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Salma Sassi

Filmmaker · Visual Artist · Storyteller
seeing the beauty in all things creative :)

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Hi! I'm Salma, a Bahraini filmmaker and visual artist with Tunisian and Egyptian roots. I'm drawn to storytelling that feels emotional, atmospheric, and a little surreal, especially when it's connected to culture, memory, and identity.

Alongside film, I also explore photography, documentaries, comics, and 3D work. I love experimenting with visuals, moods, and ideas, and I'm always looking for new ways to grow creatively and tell stories that leave a feeling behind.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Film & Animation

Bahrain Polytechnic

Skills

  • Directing: bringing ideas to life through visuals, framing, lighting, and mood.
  • Scriptwriting & Concept Development: developing stories, characters, and worlds from little ideas in my notes app.
  • Video Editing & Post-Production: editing films and pacing scenes accordingly to make it hit emotionally.
  • 3D Modeling & Character Design: experimenting with stylized characters, environments, and visual storytelling through 3D work.
  • Comic Illustration: creating story-driven illustrations and playing around with sequential art + composition.
  • Social Media Content Creation: designing and editing content with a focus on visuals, storytelling, and aesthetics.
  • Sound Design: creative experimentation using sound, music, and tiny details to build atmosphere and emotion.

Work

Selected Projects

Director · Producer · Assistant Editor // Short Film

Soul #99

a dark comedy inspired by the anime death note and pixar's soul. it follows a young man who briefly dies after choking on his food and finds himself stuck in a strange in-between space with two sarcastic angels reviewing his life. through chaotic banter, awkward memories, and small moments he never thought mattered, the film explores second chances, self reflection, and the absurdity of being human while balancing humor with more heartfelt moments.

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@soul99film — BTS · Teaser · Stills

Director · Sound Mixer // Documentary Short Film

Dr. Mansoor Sarhan

a short documentary about dr. mansoor sarhan and his impact on bahrain's literary and cultural scene over the years. this project was really special to work on and gave me the chance to explore documentary storytelling in a more personal and reflective way.

Director · Cinematographer · Editor // Short Film

Worn Thin

a silent visual piece made mainly as a cinematography practice project! my part of the film focuses on warmth, comfort, and fleeting happiness through soft lighting, golden tones, and intimate framing. shot on fujifilm ☆

Upcoming

Screenwriter · Producer · Script Supervisor // Short Film

Between Two Shores

a culturally inspired reimagining of cinderella through a bahraini lens. the film explores identity, family dynamics, belonging, and emotional distance through folklore-inspired storytelling and cultural realism. one of my favorite projects i've worked on.

Between Two Shores poster

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@betweentwoshoresfilm
Starry Whiskers cover

Author · Illustrator // Comic Book

Starry Whiskers

a cozy slice-of-life comic about a girl and her extremely opinionated cat midnight ♡ mostly made up of awkward moments, tiny life crises, pizza, and everyday chaos one panel at a time thanks to a shooting star

Pierce the Veil poster

Graphic Design // Rock Poster

Pierce the Veil

concert poster concept for pierce the veil's paraphernalia world tour! inspired by chaotic typography, emo nostalgia, and the feeling of being 15 on pinterest at 2am. experimented with sharp, angular shapes.

Mazzy Star poster

Graphic Design // Indie Poster

Mazzy Star

concert poster concept for mazzy star's song "fade into you". mostly an excuse to mess around with soft textures and flowy typography to give a dreamy, melancholic vibe that accurately represents her.

Dead Poets Society poster

Graphic Design // Movie Poster

Dead Poets Society

a characters-based poster redesign for dead poets society, centered around the iconic "o captain, my captain" scene. inspired by the film's themes of identity, conformity, and youthful rebellion, this piece is a tribute to a film i deeply adore and a performance by robin williams that will always stay with me.

Social Media Specialist // Shoot · Edit

Stars Casting — "Do You Know the Song?"

a funny behind-the-scenes video filmed during rehearsals at bahrain national theatre for a performance centered around love, resilience, and national unity. it captures candid interactions with the talent in a lighthearted and natural way, and quickly became stars casting's most viewed video.

Social Media Specialist // Script · Shoot · Edit

Stars Casting — National Theatre Performance

a storytelling-focused promotional video documenting the cast throughout the day at bahrain national theatre, from rehearsals to the final stage performance. created to showcase the actors and performers represented by stars casting while highlighting the emotion, preparation, and energy behind the production.

Social Media Specialist // Edit only

Royal Charity Organization — Event Coverage

also a storytelling-driven event video filmed at sofitel hotel for the royal charity organization. created to raise awareness and support for children facing illness. the project featured live performances, appearances by shaikh nasser, and omar farooq, with a focus on capturing the emotional impact and purpose behind the event.

Written Works

a collection of scripts exploring different genres, characters, and worlds.

SOUL #99
Black Comedy · 9 pages
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Screenwriter // Short Film · Black Comedy

Soul #99

after choking on a shawarma, a young man briefly dies and finds himself stuck in a strange in-between space where two bickering angels review the file that is his life. through awkward memories, small acts of kindness, and painfully human mistakes, soul #99 is a dark comedy about regret, self reflection, and the messy nature of being human.

BETWEEN TWO SHORES
Drama · 12 pages
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Screenwriter · Producer · Script Supervisor // Short Film

Between Two Shores

inspired by aspects of the director's grandmother's life and a book written by her aunt about her experiences, between two shores follows a young woman named lujain as she navigates the emotional weight and repetition of her daily life within her household. beneath her routine lies a hidden truth that slowly begins to unravel, changing the way she sees her family, identity, and herself. because the original story luckily already closely resembled cinderella, we blended folktale elements with cultural realism to create a more original retelling through a bahraini lens.

BABA’S FAVORITE
Family Comedy · 4 pages
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Screenwriter // Short Film · Family Comedy

Baba’s Favorite

a chaotic family comedy where four siblings compete to prove who baba loves most. full of arguing, flashbacks, passive aggression, and one cat named tikka who honestly deserves the inheritance more than all of them combined

Behind the Scenes

On Set

Short Films — Behind the Camera

Short Films
Illustration& Design
3D Work
Commercial
Screenwriting

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Get in touch

Let's work
together.

if you'd like to collaborate, create something together, or just say hi, feel free to reach out !! always excited to connect with new people and creative opportunities <3

Email

salma.sassi3@gmail.com

Instagram

@salmasassii

Phone

+973 3436 1166

Anubis render
Between Two Shores poster
Film poster
BTS photo
Script