Eisha Marjara

Eisha Marjara
Born
EducationConcordia University
OccupationsFilm director, writer
Years active1994–present
Notable workDesperately Seeking Helen
Websitehttp://www.eishamarjara.com

Eisha Marjara is a Canadian film director and writer. With a background in photography, Marjara has written and directed several award-winning films, including the feature documentary Desperately Seeking Helen (1998) and The Incredible Shrinking Woman (1994).

She created a photo series and essay on the bombing of Air India Flight 182, in which her mother and sister were killed, entitled "Remember me Nought" It was featured in the fall 2013 issue of Descant magazine.

Her 2016 debut novel, titled Faerie (Arsenal Pulp Press), received a star review in Publishers Weekly.