
Born March 22, 1974 in Beirut, Hady Zaccak studied at the IESAV film school (Institute of Scenic, Audiovisual and Cinematographic Studies/Saint-Joseph University/Beirut). He holds a diploma in audiovisual studies (1997) and a Masters in cinema studies/film directing option (2001). He participated in film directing, editing and production workshops at FEMIS (Paris-1996), INSAS (Brussels-1999) and H...
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How is secularism depicted in films? The term "Aa'La'Ma'Ni" means worldly in Arabic. It's significant in the Middle East, where secularism is controversial since the majority often link secularism with atheism and anti-religious sentiment. SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni, a documentary based on academic research, explores the depiction of secularism in Middle Eastern cinema and TV channels. Filmmakers and regional producers openly discuss religion, sectarianism, authorities, minorities, and industry challenges.

A time travel film incorporating truthful moments and confessions that takes us back to Beirut of the 80s, Palestine of the 50s, and dystopian Paris.

Gérard Courant's "Filmed Diary" of December 14, 2011, produced in Dubai (United Arab Emirates). Between December 7 and 15, 2011, Gérard Courant was invited by the Dubai International Film Festival, in the United Arab Emirates. It was an opportunity for him to film many "Cinematons" of personalities from the Arab world and to continue his "Film Notebooks" from which he brought back 7 episodes.
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