Farzana Yussuf

Farzana Yussuf is a multidisciplinary documentary artist whose work explores the intricate spaces between individuals and their belief systems. Using experimental audio works and photography as her primary mediums, she creates immersive narratives that investigate identity, connection, and dissonance. Driven by a commitment to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, her projects shed light on a wide spectrum of socio-political issues. Through her powerful storytelling, Farzana invites audiences to engage with perspectives often overlooked, fostering empathy, reflection, and dialogue.

Supervisor: Daniel Cross

Thesis Film Title: Thalaimarai (Echoes of Generation)

Research Interests:

"Thalaimarai" (Tamil for "Generation") is a short experimental film that forms the creative core of the research-creation project titled "Echoes of Generation." Together, they explore intergenerational memory, silence, and cultural inheritance within the context of South Indian elderhood, tradition, and neglect.T

Teaching/TAShips:

FMPR 341 - Writing for Film I

FMPR 441 - Writing for Film II

Selected Publications/Filmography

2025 The Scale of Loss | 2023 Lives of Hastings | 2022 Al - Jumuah | 2020 Synthetic Syndrome 

Website: www.farzanayussuf.ca

Favourite Films:

Churuli 2021