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About Farah Abushwesha
Farah Abushwesha is a BAFTA-nominated Irish–Libyan producer, writer, and founder of Rocliffe. Her work spans film, television, and documentary, focusing on stories that explore identity, justice, and human connection.
Her producing credits include TESTIMONY (dir. Aoife Kelleher), Irreplaceable You and The ABC Murders. She has collaborated with leading production partners including Underground Films, BBC, ITV, Screen Ireland, Netflix, Amazon, and the BFI.
Farah was a finalist for the prestigious Academy Gold Fellowship and is the author of Rocliffe Notes: A Professional Approach for Screenwriters and Writer-Directors, widely used as a practical guide in film schools and industry training programmes.
An advocate for equality and accessibility in the screen industries, Farah continues to mentor emerging writers, producers, and directors. Her approach combines creative integrity with hands-on industry expertise, ensuring that every project delivers both artistic and audience impact.
Farah is represented by Independent Talent Group.
About Rocliffe
Rocliffe is an award-winning UK production company committed to championing distinctive voices and bold storytelling across film, television, and documentary. Founded by producer Farah Abushwesha, the company has built a reputation for high-quality, socially engaged, and creatively ambitious work that bridges emerging talent and established industry leaders.
From the critically acclaimed feature documentary TESTIMONY (2025), made in collaboration with Underground Films and Justice for Magdalenes Research, to the upcoming narrative feature LEMONADE, Rocliffe’s productions combine artistic vision with rigorous craft. Each project reflects the company’s belief in collaboration, integrity, and stories that connect audiences across borders.
Alongside production, Rocliffe is known for its long-standing partnership with BAFTA through the BAFTA Rocliffe New Writing Competition, which has discovered and showcased hundreds of new screenwriters over two decades. Through this platform, Rocliffe continues to nurture the next generation of creators, offering practical opportunities, industry introductions, and access to global networks.
Rocliffe operates across the UK and Ireland, working closely with funders such as the BFI, Screen Ireland, Northern Ireland Screen, and the UK Global Screen Fund, with projects supported by Section 481, AVEC, and other international co-production frameworks.
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