COUSINS (Post-Production) Two cousins reunite in Brooklyn when a run-in with an ex turns the night into a mission of revenge. COUSINS explores cultural disconnect between family members and identity within oneself. What does it mean to belong somewhe

COUSINS (Post-Production) Two cousins reunite in Brooklyn when a run-in with an ex turns the night into a mission of revenge. COUSINS explores cultural disconnect between family members and identity within oneself. What does it mean to belong somewhere, and how do we find our way back? Winner Future of Film Is Female Post-Production Grant

DRESS UP (2022) On the eve of her sister’s wedding, a woman confronts her anxieties in the face of familial expectation. Aspen Shortsfest, Indy Shorts, Inside Out Toronto, Outfest Fusion, Arab Women in the Arts Showcase (Nitehawk Cinema), MoMA x The

DRESS UP (2022) On the eve of her sister’s wedding, a woman confronts her anxieties in the face of familial expectation. Aspen Shortsfest, Indy Shorts, Inside Out Toronto, Outfest Fusion, Arab Women in the Arts Showcase (Nitehawk Cinema), MoMA x The Future of Film Is Female Showcase, Featured in Marie Claire Magazine

SHORT SHORTS (2020) A Muslim-American teenager tries to maintain both her family’s approval and that of her friends. "Karina Adriana Dandashi directs and stars in Short Shorts a warm, contemplative coming-of-age portrait[...] you can feel the authe

SHORT SHORTS (2020) A Muslim-American teenager tries to maintain both her family’s approval and that of her friends. "Karina Adriana Dandashi directs and stars in Short Shorts a warm, contemplative coming-of-age portrait[...] you can feel the authenticity in every scene, an earnest and nuanced exploration of identity and culture. -Kentucker Audley [via NoBudge]" Sundance Ignite x Adobe Winner 2021, Florida Film Festival, Central Florida Film Slam (Audience Award)