Biography
Basma Khalifa is a Sudanese multi-disciplinary director and filmmaker, with a background that spans across Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Northern Ireland, Scotland and now London. After over a decade of experience in the fashion industry working at titles such as Vogue, Elle UK and ES Magazine, Basma turned her attention to storytelling, with her debut feature-length documentary, “Inside the Real Saudi Arabia”, which was broadcast on BBC3 followed BBC1 in 2018. The documentary garnered over 10 million views, worldwide syndication, earning Basma a nomination for “Newcomer of the year” at the Edinburgh TV Festival. Her contributions to outlets the likes of the BBC, ITN and C4 have solidified Basma’s reputation as a keen eye for nuanced stories.
Basma has also directed films for brands such as Meta, Apple, BBC and most recently Alicia Keys / Bridgerton for Netflix. She has recently self shot her first feature length documentary and directed a short film which are both in post production. Basma is an accomplished writer, contributing to various titles such as The Telegraph, Independent, The Guardian and continues to consult for brands to assist them in reaching target markets. Basma is currently writing her first fiction T.V. series based on true events.
Contact Basma via Email - info@basmakhalifa.com