Best Actress > Short Film
Best Director > Short Film
Synopsis
During the Covid-19 lockdown, “Stigma” explores the emotional impact on Bochra, a young woman living alone in France. Through webcam exchanges with her parents in Tunisia, Bochra struggles with painful memories and a dark past. Confronted with solitude in her Parisian apartment, she faces shadows of her past, gradually revealing a deeply buried trauma. The film delves into themes of resilience, the importance of family bonds, and the quest for self in an isolated world, leading to a poignant revelation.
Director Biography – Dali Mansour
Born on June 11, 1987, in Tunis, Dali Mansour has always had a passion for the audiovisual world. His academic journey led him to the University of Bologna in Italy and then to Paris 8 in France, where he deepened his knowledge of cinema. His thirst for learning did not stop there; he also earned a master’s degree in digital communication from the “Institut Supérieur de Communication et Publicité” (ISCOM) in Paris.
After his studies, Dali was recruited by a renowned Japanese company to lead their digital and audiovisual communication, a position he held for six years. This international experience enriched his skills and broadened his world view.
In 2023, he fulfilled his childhood dream by directing his first short film, “Stigma”. Today, Dali lives in New Jersey, where he continues to immerse himself in the creative world of cinema.
