The Abu Dhabi Film Festival (ADFF) has announced the full line-up of its upcoming sixth edition. A total of 81 feature length films and 84 short films representing 48 countries will be screened at the Festival which will run from 11-20 October 2012. The 10 day Festival will feature numerous activities ranging from red carpet […]
The Abu Dhabi Film Festival (ADFF) has announced the full line-up of its upcoming sixth edition. A total of 81 feature length films and 84 short films representing 48 countries will be screened at the Festival which will run from 11-20 October 2012.
The 10 day Festival will feature numerous activities ranging from red carpet premieres to master classes and workshops by regional and international film experts targeting emerging and established Arab filmmakers.
Richard Gere will make an appearance at the Festival, which opens with his latest movie, Arbitage, executively produced by Saudi Arabian, Mohammed Al Turki.
The ADFFs Lifetime Achievement Award will go to two international actresses, Egyptian-born Sawsan Badr and Claudia Cardinale from Italy. This will be the first time the Festival has honoured an Arab star with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
The programme includes details of all competitions including the Narrative, New Horizons and Documentary competitions, as well as the full Showcase section with its selection of recent films from around the world. This years Special Programmes include a Spotlight on South Korea, with six great films and a celebration of the 50th anniversary of Algerian independence. Furthermore, distinguished classics, Lawrence of Arabia, 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea and Singin in the Rain, have been restored for special screenings this year.
To download a guide to the events and showings at ADFF, visit http://www.abudhabifilmfestival.ae
