Worldwide rights to the film are managed by GoodFellas, while distribution across the MENA region is overseen by Film Clinic Indie Distribution.
The Stories, a tale of love, ambition and family that unfolds across decades, has won the Golden Tanit for Best Film at the 59th Carthage Film Festival, securing the festival’s highest accolade and marking a major milestone in the film’s international trajectory. The win positions the title among the most prominent films on this year’s global festival circuit.
One of the Arab world and Africa’s most influential cinematic platforms, the Carthage Film Festival is known for celebrating works of artistic ambition and cultural significance. Taking home its top prize places The Stories within a distinguished lineage of films recognised for their cinematic excellence and lasting impact.
The award reflects the film’s strong reception on the international festival circuit, highlighting its ability to resonate with both juries and audiences across regions through a confident and authentic storytelling voice.
Directed by Abu Bakr Shawky, The Stories stars Amir El Masry, Nelly Karim and Valerie Pachner, alongside a wider ensemble cast. The film centres on Ahmed, an aspiring pianist whose long-distance relationship with an Austrian pen pal unfolds against a backdrop of war, family conflict, personal setbacks and triumphs, and the social and political changes shaping Egypt during the 1980s.
The Golden Tanit win further cements The Stories as a standout work on the international stage, strengthening its profile ahead of continued festival exposure and upcoming releases worldwide.
