ABOUT
Born in Izmir, Melisa Önel studied at Tufts University and graduated with a degree
in International Relations. She’s completed her Masters degree in Film Studies.
She’s involved in producing and directing films and photography. Her recently completed
documentary “Me and Nuri Bala” has received the Best First Documentary Award and
at the 46th International Antalya Golden Orange Film Festival. She is currently
working on the script of her new film.
She is also part of the photography initiative RecCollective.