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‘My Father and Qaddafi’ becomes first Libyan film at Venice in 13 years

by Staff Reporter

July 22, 2025

Jihan K’s debut traces her search for her father, Mansur Kikhia — Libya’s former foreign minister, UN ambassador and peaceful opponent of Qaddafi.

MAD World acquires Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ ahead of Berlinale premiere

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ set for screening in Italy

by Staff Reporter

July 22, 2025

The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Egypt returns to Cannes’ Un Certain Regard after nine years with ‘Aisha Can’t Fly Away’

Egyptian film ‘Aisha Can’t Fly Away’ wins FIPRESCI Award at Golden Apricot

by Staff Reporter

July 21, 2025

The film centres around Aisha, a 26-year-old Somali caregiver living in a Cairo neighbourhood populated by African migrants.

Lyrical documentary ‘From Abdul to Leila’ to screen in Berlin

by Staff Reporter

July 21, 2025

The film traces Leila, a French-Iraqi woman, who after an accident and years in exile, reconnects with her dissident father by learning Arabic and singing her story.

DFI launches Foundations of Screenwriting Lab for aspiring writers

by Staff Reporter

July 16, 2025

For those based in Qatar, participants will also have the opportunity to continue their filmmaking journey with the DFI development team, gaining access to further consultations to develop their project.

Firas Khoury’s ‘Alam’ showing at Cinema Akil

Palestinian film ‘Alam’ to screen at AFLAMUNA in Beirut

by Staff Reporter

July 16, 2025

Written and directed by Firas Khoury, 'Alam' follows the story of a Palestinian teenager named Tamer.

The Match Factory announces global deals for Palestinian film ‘All That’s Left of You’

by Staff Reporter

July 10, 2025

The film received support from the Doha Film Institute, OSN+, Media City Qatar and Film Clinic, with the Red Sea Fund serving as an executive producer.

Doha Film Institute announces 2025 Spring Grants supporting 45 film projects

by Staff Reporter

June 30, 2025

Five projects by Qatari and Qatar-based creators, together with 16 projects led by women filmmakers and 12 by returning directors.

‘Once Upon a Time in Gaza’ by Nasser brothers to screen four times at Cannes 2025

Golden Apricot Festival to screen two MAD films in Regional Competition

by Staff Reporter

June 30, 2025

Following their world premieres at Un Certain Regard – Cannes 2025, both films are now heading to Yerevan.

‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ to world premiere at BFI London Film Festival

Vox Cinemas to screen ‘Thank You For Banking With Us’ in Qatar

by Staff Reporter

June 26, 2025

The film is a joint German-Palestinian production that delves into themes of female empowerment and familial struggle.

DFI announces programming and awards for 2025 Doha Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

June 4, 2025

Doha Film Festival to have four competition strands with total of over USD 300,000 in prize money to reward artistic excellence.

Palestinian film ‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ to premiere in Spain

by Staff Reporter

June 4, 2025

The film is a joint German-Palestinian production that delves into themes of female empowerment and familial struggle.

Palestinian film ‘A House in Jerusalem’ to premiere at International Film Festival Rotterdam

Palestinian film ‘A House in Jerusalem’ now available on Shahid

by Staff Reporter

May 31, 2025

The film is helmed by Muayad Alayan and co-written with Rami Alayan.

Palestinian filmmakers Nasser brothers win Cannes ‘Best Director’ award

by Staff Reporter

May 25, 2025

The film is an international co-production between France, Palestine, Germany, Portugal, Qatar and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Doha Film Institute extends submission date for 2025 Feature Script Lab

by Staff Reporter

May 19, 2025

The lab, which accepts only eight participants, is geared toward intermediate to advanced filmmakers.

‘Once Upon a Time in Gaza’ by Nasser brothers to screen four times at Cannes 2025

by Staff Reporter

May 15, 2025

The film is an international co-production between France, Palestine, Germany, Portugal, Qatar and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

Doha Film Institute opens applications for 2025 Feature Script Lab

by Staff Reporter

May 7, 2025

Applicants from Qatar and the MENA region including the diaspora, as well as DFI grantees (from any region), are prioritised for participation.

‘Thank You For Banking With Us!’ wins top honours at Malmö and Beirut Festivals

by Staff Reporter

May 5, 2025

The film, directed by Laila Abbas, is an incisive portrayal of two sisters navigating the complexities of patriarchal laws and the broader political tensions of the Israeli occupation of Palestine.

ACC to honour DFI CEO Fatma Hassan Alremaihi during 78th Cannes

by Staff Reporter

May 2, 2025

The award recognises influential industry leaders whose contributions have raised the profile of Arab cinema on the global stage.

MAD Solutions secures global rights for documentary ‘Diaries From Lebanon’

Malmö Arab Film Festival to screen documentary ‘Diaries From Lebanon’

by Staff Reporter

May 1, 2025

The docudrama, set in Lebanon, is a joint production between Lebanon, France, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Palestinian film ‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ screens across Egypt, KSA and UAE

by Staff Reporter

April 22, 2025

The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.

Palestinian film ‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ now screening at Hayy Jameel Cinema

by Staff Reporter

April 13, 2025

The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.

Egypt returns to Cannes’ Un Certain Regard after nine years with ‘Aisha Can’t Fly Away’

by Staff Reporter

April 11, 2025

The film centres around Aisha, a 26-year-old Somali caregiver living in a Cairo neighbourhood populated by African migrants.

Qumra 2025 screens six films supported by Doha Film Institute

by Staff Reporter

April 6, 2025

The selection includes narratives and documentaries from emerging and established filmmakers supported by DFI.

Global film industry to converge in Qatar at Qumra 2023

Qumra 2025 opens with record global participation

by Staff Reporter

April 5, 2025

Qumra 2025 has welcomed accomplished industry professionals from 50 nations to provide constructive feedback during one-on-one sessions and specially curated industry consultations

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ competes at FESCAAL in Italy

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ nabs award at MiWorld Young Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

April 2, 2025

The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ to compete at Bolzano Film Festival Bozen

by Staff Reporter

March 28, 2025

The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Palestinian film ‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ screens in Sweden

by Staff Reporter

March 24, 2025

The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.

DFI’s Qumra 2025 selects 49 projects from 20+ countries

by Staff Reporter

March 22, 2025

The diverse selection includes feature narratives, documentaries, shorts and series in various stages of production.

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ competes at FESCAAL in Italy

by Staff Reporter

March 18, 2025

The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Qumra 2024 welcomes 200+ film auteurs and global industry experts

Doha Film Institute unveils Qumra Masters for 2025 industry event

by Staff Reporter

March 10, 2025

Qumra will run as an in-person event from April 4 to 9 in Doha, and continue online from April 12 to 14.

‘The Woodman’ gets its first Iraqi screening at French Institute

Iraqi film ‘The Woodman’ joins I’m Migrant Film Festival in London

by Staff Reporter

February 27, 2025

The film received post-production funding from the Cairo Film Connection and the Doha Film Fund.

Doha Film Institute-supported films set to make mark at 75th Berlinale

by Staff Reporter

February 11, 2025

Diversity of the films represents emerging and established voices from the Arab world and beyond supported by Doha Film Institute.

UAE entities seek director and exec producer from among People of Determination

Doha Film Institute announces recipients of 2024 Fall Grants

by Staff Reporter

January 30, 2025

DFI has selected 47 projects from 23 countries spanning narrative, documentary and experimental films as well as series.

Doha Film Institute opens applications for 2025 Qatari Film Fund

by Staff Reporter

January 27, 2025

Qatari Film Fund will be accepting short and feature film submissions until February 13, 2025.

MAD World acquires Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ ahead of Berlinale premiere

by Staff Reporter

January 26, 2025

The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Doha Film Institute to screen ‘Ode to Our Land’ documentary to mark Qatar National Day

by Staff Reporter

December 17, 2024

The event is part of a broader series of events organised by Msheireb Downtown Doha, and includes film screenings at the open-air Baraha Cinema.

Ajyal Film Festival names ‘Thank You for Banking With Us’ as Best Feature Film

by Staff Reporter

December 3, 2024

This award is the latest addition to the film's string of awards which include the Silver Alexander Award from Thessaloniki Film Festival, and the Best Arab Feature Film Award at ...

Ajyal Film Festival reveals winners of 2024 edition

by Staff Reporter

November 25, 2024

The festival, presented by Doha Film Institute (DFI), selected winners across three categories: Ajyal Jury competition, Ajyal in Gaza programme and Made in Qatar awards.

DFI to showcase local talent at Ajyal film fest’s ‘Made in Qatar’ segment

by Staff Reporter

November 13, 2024

This year's selection includes five diverse films that underline the creative progress of the country’s flourishing film industry with two films created with support from the Ministry of Public Health ...

‘The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition’ season 2 releases on November 20

by Staff Reporter

November 11, 2024

Ahead of the season 2 launch, an exclusive red carpet screening of 'The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition' will be held at Doha Film Institute’s Ajyal Film Festival.

Call for volunteers for Doha’s Ajyal Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

October 14, 2024

Ajyal’s Volunteer programme offers an opportunity to gain firsthand experiences in the film industry by working across diverse aspects of the festival.

Poster reveal: ‘Thank You For Banking With Us’

by Staff Reporter

October 7, 2024

MAD World has released the film’s posters before it heads to BFI London and El Gouna film festivals.

Doha Film Institute opens applications for Short Script Lab

by Staff Reporter

September 28, 2024

The application submission deadline is November 9, 2024.

Doha Film Institute opens jury registrations for Ajyal Film Festival 2024

by Staff Reporter

September 22, 2024

To be eligible for registration, participants must be between eight and 25 years old and reside in Qatar.

Doha Film Institute invites applications for Producers Lab workshop

by Staff Reporter

September 7, 2024

Applications must be submitted by September 24, 2024.

‘Aisha Can’t Fly Away’ becomes first Egyptian film to win Venice Biennale Prize

by Staff Reporter

September 5, 2024

'Aisha Can't Fly Away' becomes first Egyptian film to win La Biennale di Venezia Prize at Final-Cut in Venice

‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ to world premiere at BFI London Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

September 2, 2024

The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.

DFI and Media City Qatar host Geekdom Game Development Workshop

by Staff Reporter

September 2, 2024

In 2024, the video game market is expected to generate $282.3bn in revenue, with an anticipated annual growth rate of 8.76% from 2024 to 2027, reaching an estimated market volume ...

Documentary ‘Diaries From Lebanon’ set to screen in Germany

by Staff Reporter

September 1, 2024

The docudrama, set in Lebanon, is a joint production between Lebanon, France, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Doha Film Institute-supported films set to make mark at Venice Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

August 26, 2024

The selected films will be showcased in prominent sections of the festival, including Orizzonti and Orizzonti Shorts, as well as in the sidebar events such as Critics' Week, Giornate degli ...

Locarno Film Festival teams up with Mubi for new award

by Staff Reporter

August 1, 2024

The Mubi Award – Debut Feature at Locarno will be decided by a jury made up of Moroccan director-producer Khalil Benkirane, Alma Pöysti and Esmé Sciaroni.

‘The Alleys’ releases in Saudi Arabia and Jordan

Shahid releases Bassel Ghandour’s debut feature film ‘The Alleys’

by Staff Reporter

July 22, 2024

MAD Solutions handles the film’s distribution across the Arab World, while Elle Driver (France) handles the international sales.

Palestinian film ‘Alam’ bags top award at Cairo Film Society

by Staff Reporter

July 15, 2024

Written and directed by Firas Khoury, 'Alam' follows the story of a Palestinian teenager named Tamer.

BFI London Film Festival to screen Lina Soualem’s documentary ‘Bye Bye Tiberias’

Palestinian documentary ‘Bye Bye Tiberias’ to premiere on OSN+

by Staff Reporter

July 9, 2024

This film follows Palestinian actress Hiam Abbas and filmmaker’s daughter Lina as they journey through the memories of four generations of daring Palestinian women in their home village of Deir ...