Wajahat Abbas Kazmi is a renowned Italian filmmaker and human rights activist of Pakistani descent, who collaborates with Amnesty International in his professional endeavors.
As one of the founders of the "Il Grande Colibri" non-governmental organization, Kazmi dedicates his efforts to advocating for the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals in the Muslim world, producing films that address pressing social issues.
Growing up in Pakistan, Kazmi was exposed to social injustices from a young age, which sparked his passion for using his craft as a filmmaker to drive positive change in the world. His studies on the history of Scandinavian cinema further solidified his understanding of the medium's potential to inspire social transformation.
Kazmi's work is deeply influenced by the cinematic legacies of prominent filmmakers such as Federico Fellini, Roberto Rossellini, and Ingmar Bergman. Their films, including "Rome - Open City" and "Persona", had a profound impact on shaping Kazmi's artistic vision and his commitment to using his platform to address pressing social concerns.
As a filmmaker and human rights activist, Wajahat Abbas Kazmi continues to make a significant contribution to the global conversation on social justice, using his unique perspective and creative talents to amplify marginalized voices and promote inclusivity.
