'Four Daughters': A Blend of Fact and Fiction

Kaouther Ben Hania's latest film explores the story of a Tunisian family affected by radicalization, earning critical acclaim and sparking social change.

• Kaouther Ben Hania's latest film, 'Four Daughters', is a blend of documentary and fiction that tells the story of Olfa Hamrouni, a Tunisian woman whose two eldest daughters were radicalized by the Islamic State.
• The film incorporates elements of fiction into the true story, using actors to portray Hamrouni and her daughters in reenactments of difficult passages from their life.
• 'Four Daughters' has received critical acclaim, winning Best Documentary at the Gotham Awards and being nominated in the same category at the Independent Spirit Awards.
• The film is Tunisia’s entry for the 2024 Oscar for best international feature.
• Ben Hania's work has had impact in Tunisia beyond its artistic intent, with 'Four Daughters' being screened as part of a campaign against child abuse by the country’s Ministry of Women, Family, Children and Seniors.

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