Sophie Haikali is an award-winning filmmaker and producer with over a decade of experience in the film and media industry. Based in Namibia, she specializes in international co-productions, with a focus on documentaries, television series, and feature films. Her work spans multiple countries and platforms, including the US segment of The Daily Show (“Desi Lydic: Abroad Abroad”), the British Channel 4 series The British Tribe Next Door, and the Spanish documentary Atlánticas. She co-produced Pepe, which won the Silver Bear for Best Director at Berlinale 2024, and Joe Vision Production’s short film Invisibles KaunaPawa, which made it to the Oscars shortlist in 2022. With a strong network across Africa, Sophie is actively developing several projects in Namibia and Germany, amplifying African voices and perspectives. Beyond film production, along with Joel she is committed to creating safe spaces for healing and through storytelling, using film and other creative formats to foster dialogue and address trauma. Sophie holds a Master’s in Media Culture from the University of Maastricht and a Bachelor’s in Media Studies from the University of Namibia.
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