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Writer, Director
Roland Salem is a film director with over a decade of experience creating short films and documentaries for local and international NGOs in the MENA region. For the past six years, he has worked with Greenpeace MENA, crafting visual narratives on environmental justice. His portfolio also includes collaborations with WHO, Biladi, and LASA, tackling issues ranging from disability rights to social justice. Through storytelling, he amplifies overlooked voices and sheds light on critical global challenges.
Sami Odeh is a prominent communication specialist and filmmaker from the Gaza Strip, known for his impactful storytelling and dedication to humanitarian issues. He has produced and directed dozens of short and long-form real-life stories centered on resilience, social justice, and lived experiences in Gaza. Sami directed the widely viewed children’s series Al Hara for UNRWA TV, which garnered millions of views across the region. His documentary work includes Patient Gaza, Salt, and Paralyzed, which are films that shed light on the human cost of conflict and life under siege. Sami has also produced documentaries highlighting the climate crisis in Tunisia and Algeria. His work combines creative vision with deep social engagement.
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Director Statement
“Under the Sun” is more than a documentary, it’s a testament to the resilience and urgency of a generation on the front lines of the climate crisis. These young activists, often sidelined in global conversations, are not just victims of environmental destruction but agents of change. Their stories demand to be heard.
This film is for them, but also for anyone who believes in a just future. The Climate Justice Camp became a powerful symbol of solidarity, showing that the fight for climate justice is not just about policy but about survival, dignity, and action.
Too often, the Global South is portrayed through suffering rather than strength. With Under the Sun, I wanted to change that narrative, highlighting both the harm inflicted by corporate greed and the solutions led by those most affected.
I believe in storytelling as a tool for action. My hope is that this film sparks conversation, fuels urgency, and strengthens the fight for climate justice.
“They tell us the Global South suffers most, as if the storms and droughts respect borders. As if the heat rising in Beirut is different from that in London. But under the sun, the lines on the map melt away, and we all stand on the same burning ground. The only question left: will we act before it’s too late?”