The sisters are currently working within the Canadian Cinema industry. Their film debut is Changezi, Dancer Among Shadows 2014 which is a humble production with no crew or budget but has been noticed by the social justice community winning Best International LGBTQ Documentary from Wendy's Shorts Festival. It Won Rising Star Award and was nominated for best film for IFPF 2015 Festival as part of International Human Rights Day. Also awarded Zak Sisters Filmmaker of the Year Award 2015.

 

The Sisters are establishing themselves in the documentary community with their new  provocative films still in production. Sasha has won best cinematographer award from IFPF 2015 Festival. Maria participated in films including award winning ‘Faded' as an actress and set designer; the acclaimed ‘Mother’s Last Will’ as assistant writer and casting director. Her footage of Toronto G20 riots has been noticed by Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in We Ate The Children Last (2011).

 

Zak Sisters are attacking the film industry with full force and aim to enter into the new era of female directors. 

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With a background in classical theatre, the arts and activist social justice, Zak Sisters bring you films that are both visually evocative and thought provoking.

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A good film is one that generates empathy, a chance to walk through a another person's shoes ... just through a beautifully focused lens.