Hira
Nabi

Awardee

Country

Pakistan

Hira Nabi talks about climate emergency through her films.

Themes
Free expression / Civil society
Environment / Climate emergency
Disciplines
Film
Visual Art
Awards
Archive - Prince Claus Laureate 2020

Profile

Hira Nabi is a Pakistani filmmaker and multimedia artist based in The Netherlands. Her work critically examines the interplay between natural landscapes and human interventions, exploring themes such as environmental justice, collective memory, and the impact of industrialization. Nabi has gained international acclaim for her thought-provoking projects including "All That Perishes at the Edge of Land," a documentary about shipbreakers in Gadani, which premiered at the Oberhausen International Short Film Festival.Her films and installations are often featured in global exhibitions, highlighting the delicate balance between ecological narratives and human stories. Nabi’s educational background in film and integrated media from Amherst College supports her unique artistic vision, which she articulates through various media platforms, engaging audiences worldwide.