Morad Abdel-Fattakh is a Russian cinematographer and film director known for visually rich projects like The Golden Horde (2018), Streltsov (2020), Once in the Desert (2022), and the recent The Flying Ship (2024) and Catherine the Great (2025), often working with directors like Andrey Kravchuk and Ilya Uchitel, bringing a strong sense of atmosphere and light to Russian cinema.

Key Roles & Style

Cinematographer (Director of Photography - DP): His primary strength lies in capturing stunning visuals, using light and shadow to build deep emotional landscapes in his films, earning him praise as a "magician of light".

Director: He also steps into the director's chair, notably on the historical series Catherine the Great (2025).

Visual Storytelling: His work emphasizes mood and atmosphere, making him a key visual artist in modern Russian filmmaking. 

Notable Works (as DP/Director)
Catherine the Great (2025) - Director & DP
The Flying Ship (2024) - DP
Once in the Desert (2022) - DP
Streltsov (2020) - DP
The Golden Horde (2018) - DP
Zhyoltyy glaz tigra (The Yellow Eye of the Tiger) (2018) - DP 

In essence: Abdel-Fattakh is a sought-after cinematographer who translates unique artistic visions into memorable cinematic experiences, increasingly taking on directorial responsibilities in Russian productions.