Akram Zaatari

Beirut, Lebanon

Art Medium

Film & Video Installation Art Photography

Art Style

Archival Documentary Interactive

About the Artist

Akram Zaatari is a prominent Lebanese artist, filmmaker, and curator whose profound practice is deeply rooted in the collection, examination, and re-contextualization of archival material, particularly from the Middle East. His work spans photography, film, and video installation, exploring themes of memory, political conflict, and the social life of images. Zaatari frequently investigates the impact of war, displacement, and the construction of historical narratives, often focusing on intimate personal stories and unofficial histories. His art invites viewers to critically engage with the complexities of historical documentation and the elusive nature of truth in a highly contested region.