Films
It Was A Wonderful Life (1992)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
This uplifting documentary chronicles the exceptional spirit and drive of mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter Tatiana Suarez as she prepares to reenter the cage after nearly four years away from the sport. Suarez reflects on her journey from wrestling prodigy to professional athlete and the legacy she leaves young women, particularly those in the Latina community.
- Now Streaming on Max
- Trailer
Strip Down, Rise Up (2021)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
The feature documentary follows women of all walks of life, all ages and ethnic backgrounds, as they shed trauma, body image shame, sexual abuse and other issues locked in their bodies, and embark on a journey to reclaim themselves. The film also gives a rare window into the world of Pole artistry and expression.
- Now streaming on Netflix
- NOMINEE: Best Score - Documentary, Hollywood Music in Media Awards
- REVIEW: Variety - Pole Dancing Without Polemic
- REVIEW: UK Film Review
I Am Human (2019)
Consulting Producer: Michèle Ohayon
What it means to be human will soon be drastically altered with advancements in neurotechnology, leading to an incomprehensible cohesion between man and machine. I AM HUMAN offers a glimpse of what this technical evolution entails, following three individuals with neurological disorders.
A documentary featured co-directed and co-produced by Taryn Southern, Elena Gaby; edited by Cody Rogowski and Wyatt Rogowski. Consulting Producer: Michèle Ohayon.
- Tribeca Film Festival 2019
The Mother of Beauty (2018)
Co-produced by Michèle Ohayon
Emmeline Snively was a "Mother of Beauty" for hundreds of international models in the 40's and 50's. Against this rich backdrop, the film explains how iconic beauty was created and how it shaped the face of Hollywood.
A documentary feature directed by Frank van Osch, Produced by Niekie Kleintjens, co-produced by Michèle Ohayon/Kavana Entertainment.
Aired on NPO2 Netherlands / MAX on January 16, 2019
CNN's Believer (2017)
Supervising Producer: Michèle Ohayon
CNN’s Believer is a 6-part spiritual adventure documentary series hosted by Reza Aslan. Executive Producers are Liz Bronstein and Andy Robertson. Aired March 2017 on CNN. Michele Ohayon was Supervising Producer on the Israel episode.
Cristina (2016)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
An intimate journey of a 37-year-old Cristina, as fate brings to her life both a new love and an unbeatable challenge. This is the story of a persistent love and a persistent disease that has taken yet another victim. Cristina provides deep insight into the life of an amazing woman, a symbol of love and the will to live-- a role model for all of us.
- Palm Springs International Shortfest
- Streaming on Netflix
100 Years (2016)
Produced by Michèle Ohayon
The story of Elouise Cobell, a Blackfeet Indian, wife, mother, rancher and banker who discovered billions of dollars missing from the government managed trust accounts belonging to 300,000 Native Americans, she took action.
A documentary feature directed by Melinda Janko, produced by Melinda Janko and Michèle Ohayon, edited by Edgar Burcksen, additional editing by Pat McMahon, and music by Nicholas Pike.
Power
Co-directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
Exquisitely shot in 10 countries, the film shows how energy is the through-line connecting a small village in Uganda with a big Russian empire.
A documentary feature produced by Mark David and Michèle Ohayon. Directed by Alexis Spraic, co-directed by Michèle Ohayon. Edited by Morgan Hanner and Edward Osei-Gyimah, Music by Richard Horowitz. Song by Angelique Kidjo.
- American Renewable Energy Day’s Impact Film Festival
- COP22 U.N. Climate Change Conference (Selected segments)
East Jerusalem/West Jerusalem (2015)
Executive Produced by Michèle Ohayon
David Broza, an Israeli singer-songwriter, sets out to open dialog between the Israelis and Palestinians through music.
A documentary feature directed by Henrique Cymerman and Erez Miller, produced by Gidi Avivi, executive produced by Michèle Ohayon, edited by Erez Miller.
- Streaming on Netflix
Solar Roadways (2012)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
- Tribeca Film Festival
- Shefield Film Festival
- Big Eddy Film Festival
- Madeira Film Festival
- Warsaw Film Festival
- Anchorage Film Festival
- Participant in Google X talks
S.O.S. (2010)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
- Berlin Film Festival, Jerusalem Film Festival, Sarajevo Film Festival, Bergen International Film Festival, London Open City Docu Festival, MoMa NYC.
- Selected to IDA Docu week- theatrical showcase August-September 2011
Steal a Pencil For Me (2007)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
- Audience Award - Sonoma Film Festival
- Chairman of Yad Vashem Award,
Jerusalem Film Festival 2007 - Spirit of Anne Frank Honoree – Anne Frank Center USA
- IDA Nominee, ABC/Video Source Award 2007
- Streaming on Netflix
Cowboy del Amor (2005)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
- SXSW Jury and Audience Award
- Best Documentary Feature – Santa Fe Film Festival
- Best Documentary Screenplay – Writer’s Guild of America Award nominee
- Filmmaker Award – Durango Int’l Film Festival
- Best Documentary Cinefest, San Antonio
Colors Straight Up (1997)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
- Academy Award Nominee - Best Feature Documentary
- DGA Nominee – Outstanding Directorial Achievement
- Spirit Award Nominee (IFP)
- Cine Golden Eagle Award -“Truer than Life” – Golden Gate Award
- Golden Spire for the Arts – SF Film Festival
- Silver Plaque – Chicago International Film Festival
- Audience Award and Special Jury Award -Hamptons Film Festival.
- National Black Programming Consortium Awards (2)
- Silver Medal – New York Festivals
- Golden Apple – Educational Media Network
- Council On Foundation Award
- Women in Motion Award
- Best Documentary – Savannah Film Festival
It Was A Wonderful Life (1992)
Directed and Produced by Michèle Ohayon
- Gold Award - Houston Film Festival
- Special Jury Mention – Amsterdam Film Festival
- Distinguished Award Nominee – IDA
- Best Documentary Nominee – Hawaii Film Festival
- Official Selection – Berlin Film Festival
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