Paul Salahadin Refsdal

Norwegian documentarist of war-torn realities, Paul Salahadin Refsdal was born in 1966 in Oslo, Norway. Active since the early 1990s, he is best known for filming in conflict zones, particularly in the Middle East, with his most famous works being "Dugma: The Button" and "Taliban Behind the Masks," the latter of which won an Emmy Award. Refsdal's authorial style is often characterized by his immersive and intimate portrayal of life on the frontlines, offering unique perspectives often unseen in mainstream media. From the heart, Refsdal is a courageous storyteller, unafraid to venture into areas most would fear to tread, in order to present the raw truth of human existence amidst war and conflict.