The article discusses Amani Al-Ali, who is recognized as the first female cartoonist in Idlib, Syria. Her work focuses on depicting the life in her town, which is a stronghold of jihadist groups fighting to overthrow President Assad's regime since 2011. Amani Al-Ali uses her art to confront and challenge the Islamist authority and the entrenched patriarchal norms in her society. Through her cartoons, she provides a unique perspective on the ongoing conflict and the role of women within it.

The Visions du Réel film festival in Nyon, Switzerland featured the world premiere of the documentary 'Amany, Behind the Lines', about Amany Al-Ali, Idlib's first female cartoonist. The film, directed by Alisar Hasan and Alaa Amer, highlights Al-Ali's use of cartoons to critique the situation in Idlib amidst the Syrian conflict. A shorter version was part of the 'Draw For Change!' series, which won Best Documentary Series at Canneseries. This series, handled by Autlook and produced by Clin d’Oeil Films, explores the work of female cartoonists around the world and their fight against censorship and societal issues. Alisar Hasan, co-director of 'Amany, Behind the Lines', was previously Emmy-nominated for 'The Cave'.