May el-Toukhy

May el-Toukhy

Born 17 August 1977 in Charlottenlund, Danmark

May el-Thouky (Arabic: مي الطوخي; born 17 August 1977; Charlottenlund) is a Danish filmmaker. Most known for her drama film Queen of Hearts (2019). For Woman Unknown (2026), she won the Golden Lion at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival.

Director

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2019
Queen of Hearts Director
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2015
Long Story Short Director
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2009
Camping Second Assistant Director
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2009
Bits & Pieces Director

Writer

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2019
Queen of Hearts Writer
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2023
Last Summer Original Film Writer
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2015
Long Story Short Writer
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2022
R.S.V.P. Original Film Writer

Producer

Mother's Day
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2005
Mother's Day Producer

Cinematographer

My Blessed Brother
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2003
My Blessed Brother Director of Photography