Yassine Abouhamid est un réalisateur et photographe autodidacte au Maroc.
Il se spécialise dans les courts-métrages, les films de danse, les portraits filmés et les tournages expérimentaux, avec un style marqué par l’usage de la caméra à la main et les plans-séquences.
Il a auparavant enseigné la photographie dans un centre culturel. Au-delà de son expertise dans les arts visuels, Yassine est passionné par la technologie, la science et l’astronomie.
Il est également le fondateur de HeyStrangersFilms, une plateforme qui célèbre la connexion humaine et la diversité des récits à travers le cinéma.
Il travaille actuellement comme un photographe chez Google.
Yassine Abouhamid is a self-taught filmmaker and photographer based in Morocco.
He specializes in short films, dance films, filmed portraits, and experimental shoots, with a style characterized by handheld camerawork and long takes.
He has previously taught photography in a cultural center. Beyond his expertise in visual arts, Yassine is passionate about technology, science, and astronomy.
He is also the founder of HeyStrangersFilms, a platform that celebrates human connection and the diversity of stories through cinema.
He is currently working as a photographer at Google.
HEYSTRANGERSFILMS est un projet innovant né du désir post-confinement du cinéaste Yassine de sortir de sa zone de confort et d’améliorer ses compétences sociales. Le concept est simple mais puissant : aborder des inconnus, leur dire “Bonjour” et les filmer. Ce qui a commencé comme un défi personnel pour combiner la passion de Yassine pour le cinéma avec le besoin de renouer avec les gens s’est transformé en une forme unique de narration visuelle et audio. À travers ces rencontres spontanées, Yassine a non seulement amélioré ses compétences en cinéma et en communication, mais a également créé une plateforme qui célèbre la connexion humaine et les histoires diverses, transformant des moments éphémères avec des étrangers en art durable.
HEYSTRANGERSFILMS is an innovative project born from filmmaker Yassine’s post-quarantine desire to break out of his comfort zone and enhance his social skills. The concept is simple yet powerful: approach strangers, say “Hey,” and film them. What began as a personal challenge to combine Yassine’s passion for filmmaking with the need to reconnect with people has evolved into a unique form of visual and audio storytelling. Through these spontaneous encounters, Yassine not only improved his filmmaking and communication skills but also created a platform that celebrates human connection and diverse stories, transforming fleeting moments with strangers into lasting art.
“Yassine has a special eye for reading the energy, he is a highly skilled videographer and video editor. His speed, dedication, and creativity truly set him apart. Every project he touches is elevated by his unique vision and meticulous attention to detail. Highly recommend Yassine for anyone looking to bring their video projects to life!”
Abir Aboulmanadel, Qisas Fest, Cinema Rif, Morocco
“ I had the opportunity to collaborate with Yassine, a cinematographer from Morocco, and it was an enriching experience. From day one, he demonstrated a contagious enthusiasm for his work. His dedication and passion for cinema are evident in every detail of his craft. Moreover, he was always open to dialogue, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment. His willingness to exchange ideas and receive feedback made the project flow effectively and harmoniously. I highly recommend working with him for any cinematographic project.”
Alejandra Ruiz, Nomadancer, Mexico
“ I’ve had good and fun experiences working with Yassine, he’s a creative artist who knows how to execute his tasks, handle stressful situations and take initiatives by experimenting ideas to deliver stylish results.”
Mehdi Nabil, Liveroomproject, Morocco
“ I first hired Yassine as a filmmaker and photographer for the Haraka Festival in 2021. It is an international contemporary dance festival, this year featuring dance companies from Morocco, Spain, Ivory Coast and France. Yassine’s job was to document the festival. As he did a great and professional job, hiring him again while I was organizing the socio-cultural project “Corps croisés” was an evidence for me. I really found in Yassine a filmmaker and photographer I could trust, both in the quality of the production and the seriousness of his work.”
Othman Sellami, Haraka, Morocco
“ When I saw myself dancing in Yassine’s footage, I came to understand my own movements in a different way! He has a special eye for movement and dynamics; his surprising compositions and camera movements enrich and expand the corporeal expression of his models. But no matter what he films, whether it’s dance related or not at all – what remains constant is his musical, rhythmic and surprising edits that make his work truly captivating.”
Ilja Geelen, Sensing Rooftops, Netherlands
“ Yassine is one of the people I would like to work with forever. He has an exceptional artistic vision, he is very professional, talented, and full of innovative ideas on aesthetic, conceptual, and technical levels. His approach has enriched each of our collaborations, and I sincerely hope that we will have the opportunity to collaborate on other projects in the future.”
Maroua Jaziri, Motif Room, Tunis
“ I had a wonderful experience working with Yassine, a very talented, dedicated, attentive, and punctual individual. He managed to capture my artistic vision with his camera and we had a lot of fun creating a beautiful piece of work together. I hope to reunite with him on other projects in the future.”
Salma El Belghiti, Director, Morocco
“The best film makers make you feel comfortable, it’s as if they are not even there. Yasine has this talent. I am very excited to see what comes for someone so young with such natural abilities and technical craft. It’s a joy to work with him.”
Seán Mulrooney, RoadBurn, Netherlands
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