WUJUD

Syafi Halim is a Bruneian filmmaker and co-founder of New Wave Films, dedicated to telling authentic stories rooted in Bruneian culture and identity. His work focuses on exploring personal narratives within broader social, religious, and cultural frameworks.

Rui Oliveira Lopes is an international filmmaker, writer, and producer whose work spans documentary and narrative cinema. With a strong interest in cultural storytelling and human-centered narratives, Rui has collaborated on projects that explore identity, belief systems, and social structures across different regions. Together, Halim and Lopes bring an intimate and respectful perspective to WUJUD, offering a rare cinematic window into Brunei Darussalam.