Miryam Charles, a talented director, producer, and cinematographer, is based in Montreal and has made significant contributions to the world of cinema through her diverse body of work. She began her artistic journey with the poignant short film *Vole vole Tristesse* (2015), which delves into social struggles and earned her the Prix de la meilleure œuvre d’art et expérimentation at the Rendez-vous Québec Cinéma, establishing her presence in the film industry. Following this initial success, she created a series of experimental shorts that continued to explore similar themes, including *Towards The Colonies* (2016), *Une forteresse* (2018), *Drei Atlas* (2018), and *Second Generation* (2019).
Charles made a notable impact with her first feature-length documentary, *Cette maison* (2022), which blurs the lines between experimental and fictional storytelling. This thought-provoking film addresses the concepts of safety and the potential violence that threatens our living spaces. Premiering at the Berlin Film Festival, it garnered critical acclaim and won the Silvestre award for Best Feature Film at the IndieLisboa International Film Festival. Additionally, her short fiction film *Au crépuscule* (2022), which tackles themes of eating disorders, was selected for official competition at the Locarno International Film Festival. The year 2022 marked a pivotal moment in Charles’ career, showcasing her unique voice and artistic vision in contemporary cinema.
