Balqees Al Ansari is a cultural consultant, creative director, film critic and curator, researcher, cultural editor. A voracious reader with a passion for culture and the arts, and an avid follower of cinema and film festivals in particular, as well as creative cultural institutions in general. She has both academic and professional experience in creative development and strategic planning within the cultural/film sector, as well as in editorial management, publishing, partnerships, and managing cultural/film-related projects and programs. Her expertise also includes creative writing, technical reporting, artistic programming, and media.