

Unframed
Unframed immerses viewers in Lebanon's creative pulse, following independent artists as they navigate their craft, inspirations, and challenges—offering an intimate and unfiltered look at the role of art in a country undergoing constant change.
Seasons & Episodes
What does it mean to be an artist in Lebanon today? Unframed is a documentary series that steps into the studios, minds, and everyday lives of independent artists shaping the country’s creative landscape. Each season follows a diverse group of visual artists, musicians, performers, and storytellers as they navigate their craft, inspirations, and the realities of creating in an ever-changing environment. Season 1 features six artists—Tamara Saade, Bsharah Atallah, Carla Habib, Sarkis Joulfaian, Yasmina Hilal, and Donna Khalife—each pushing artistic boundaries in their own way. Through personal conversations and immersive visuals, Unframed captures the raw passion, challenges, and resilience behind their work, offering a rare glimpse into Lebanon’s vibrant arts scene.

E1Tamara Saade: Unframed
Tamara Saade, actress, writer, and theater director, shares her journey in Lebanese cinema and theater, discussing her inspirations, work, and passion for storytelling in a dynamic cultural landscape.

E2Bshara Atallah Unframed
Bsharah Atallah, a costume designer and artist, shares his passion for fashion and storytelling. With decades of experience and 10,000 vintage pieces, he reflects on his creative journey and early inspirations.

E3Donna Khalife Unframed
Donna Khalife, a versatile musician blending jazz, classical, and improvisation, explores her musical journey, projects, and Lebanese roots, pushing boundaries in music and various art forms.

E4Sarkis Joulfaian Unframed
Sarkis Joulfaian blends nostalgia and personal stories in his collages, using old photos and vintage objects. He shares his creative process and how he uses everyday items to craft surreal visual narratives.

E5Carla Habib Unframed
Carla Habib, an artist influenced by social media and technology, discusses her creative process and how her art explores modern life and society’s obsessions, reflecting contemporary cultural issues through visuals.

E6Yasmina Hilal Unframed
Yasmina Hilal, an experimental photographer, shares her process of blending alternative techniques, printmaking, and image manipulation to create profound visual narratives.
Storyline
Unframed immerses viewers in Lebanon's creative pulse, following independent artists as they navigate their craft, inspirations, and challenges—offering an intimate and unfiltered look at the role of art in a country undergoing constant change.
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