Shaheen Dill-Riaz
Shaheen Dill-Riaz | |
|---|---|
| শাহীন দিল-রিয়াজ | |
| Born | February 12, 1969 Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi-German |
| Alma mater | Freie Universität Berlin, Filmuniversity Babelsberg Konrad Wolf |
| Occupation(s) | Filmmaker, Director, Producer, Writer |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Notable work | Ironeaters, Korankinder, Bamboo Stories |
| Awards | Grimme Award |
| Website | dill-riaz.com |
Shaheen Dill-Riaz (Bengali: শাহীন দিল-রিয়াজ, born February 12, 1969, in Dhaka, Bangladesh) is a Bangladeshi-German documentary filmmaker, director, producer, and writer based in Berlin.[1] His works focus on human stories and social issues, often highlighting marginalized communities and underreported struggles.[2]
Early life and education
[edit]Shaheen Dill-Riaz was born in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Before embarking on a filmmaking career, he worked as a film critic and co-organized the International Short Film Festival in Dhaka. In 1992, he received a scholarship and relocated to Berlin, where he pursued Art History at the Freie Universität Berlin and cinematography at the Filmuniversity Babelsberg Konrad Wolf.[3][4]
Career
[edit]Dill-Riaz's filmmaking journey began in Dhaka, where he contributed to short film productions. His graduation project, Sand and Water (2002), garnered critical acclaim, laying the foundation for his career as a documentarian.[5] His documentaries often depict the socio-economic challenges in Bangladesh, drawing international attention.[6] Dividing his time between Bangladesh and Germany, Shaheen Dill-Riaz remains committed to creating socially conscious documentaries that emphasize humanity and resilience.[7]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Sand and Water | Director | |
| 2005 | Die glücklichsten Menschen der Welt | Director | |
| 2007 | Ironeaters | Director | Also known as Eisenfresser[8] |
| 2009 | Korankinder | Director, Writer | Explores the rigorous lives of children in Islamic boarding schools.[9] |
| 2011-2012 | Fremde Kinder | Director, Writer | TV Series, 2 episodes |
| 2012 | Schulter an Schulter | Director | TV Movie |
| 2015 | Fernglück | Director | |
| 2018 | Die Bambusflößer von Bangladesch | Director | TV Mini Series |
| 2019 | Bamboo Stories | Director, Writer | Examines the daily struggles and camaraderie of bamboo loggers.[10] |
| 2020 | Länder - Menschen - Abenteuer | Director, Writer | TV Series, 2 episodes |
| 2022 | Die Chauras von Bangladesch: Leben zwischen Fluch und Segen | Director, Writer | TV Movie |
Awards and Recognition
[edit]Dill-Riaz earned the Grimme Award for Ironeaters, a testament to his impact in documenting pressing social issues.His work is celebrated for fostering cross-cultural understanding and providing a voice to the voiceless.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ "Dill-Riaz, Shaheen - Exzellenzcluster „Kulturelle Grundlagen von Integration"". www.exc16.uni-konstanz.de. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Shaheen Dill-Riaz on Film". Himal Southasian. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Shaheen Dill-Riaz Fellow Profile". The Wissenschaftskolleg zu Berlin. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Library of Congress: Shaheen Dill-Riaz". Library of Congress. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Eisenfresser". Lemme Film (in German). Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ Editors, The (13 July 2023). "Screen Southasia: Q&A session for 'Sand and Water'". Himal Southasian. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
{{cite web}}:|last1=has generic name (help) - ^ "Shaheen Dill-Riaz: In Conversation". The Daily Star. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Ironeaters Documentary". DW. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Film Portal: Korankinder". Filmportal. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Bamboo Stories Documentary". German Documentaries. Retrieved 2024-11-15.
- ^ "Their stories – DW – 11/21/2012". dw.com. Retrieved 2024-11-15.