The political thriller follows a former prisoner who abducts the man he believes was his torturer, sparking a tense moral struggle among fellow dissidents over whether to seek vengeance or ...
By joining forces, the two entities plan to create new avenues for funding, development, production, and distribution of Iraqi stories.
During the event, CDF announced a significant expansion of its role in supporting film projects, introducing a comprehensive financial excellence framework.
Announced during the 78th edition of the Cannes Film Festival, the award category will recognise the intersection of creativity, tech and business.
Asharq Documentary unveils a star-studded lineup of critically acclaimed documentaries — streaming for the first time with Arabic subtitles, on Asharq NOW.
Productions that spend over $10m and incorporate elements of Jordanian culture are eligible for the full 45% rebate.
Tunisian film 'Promised Sky', supported by Red Sea Film Foundation, has been selected to open this year’s Un Certain Regard section at the 78th Festival de Cannes.
Through a series of panels, awards and networking events, the ACC will showcase the depth of Arab cinema, delve into major industry developments across the MENA region, and encourage global ...
The film centres around Aisha, a 26-year-old Somali caregiver living in a Cairo neighbourhood populated by African migrants.
She has served as President of the Festival de Cannes since July 2022.
Co-written and directed by first-time feature filmmaker Amjad Al Rasheed, the film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Ahead of its premiere in Cannes 2024, Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof was sentenced to eight years in prison by Iranian authorities.
MAD Distribution’s acquisition spree underscores its commitment to bringing a rich variety of films to audiences in the Arab world, enhancing the region's cinematic landscape.
On May 23, 'Norah' will screen at Cannes, the first Saudi film ever selected in the festival's 77-year history, shot entirely in AlUla with a local cast.
Among the grant recipients are six projects by Qatari and Qatar-based talent, 25 projects from women filmmakers, and 14 from returning filmmakers.
The movie is scheduled to feature in the Directors' Fortnight section of the festival, with three screenings planned.
Additionally, the Saudi Film Commission will host multiple panel discussions during the festival, delving into the most recent advancements within the film industry.
MAD World will be spearheaded by MAD Solutions co-founders Alaa Karkouti and Maher Diab, as well as third Managing Partner, Colin Brown, who will all assume Co-President titles.
IIFMA has arranged two film screening sessions to offer support to independent and emerging filmmakers during the Film Market 2024.
The news follows intense pressure from Iranian authorities on Rasoulof to withdraw his latest film, 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig,' from the Cannes Film Festival.
Film AlUla's presence at Cannes underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to fostering a vibrant film industry and showcasing the nation's rich cultural heritage on the global stage.
The Palme d’Or winner will be announced at the festival’s closing ceremony on May 25.
The winners will be announced at a ceremony at the Arab Cinema Centre stand in Cannes on May 18.
The jury will be in charge of awarding prizes for the Un Certain Regard sidebar.
'Ghost Trail' and 'Samia' are being sold by French arthouse production and distribution giant mk2 Films.
The documentary chronicles the journey of a group of young Coptic women as they establish their own theater ensemble.
The film premiered locally at the Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah last December.
Gerwig will become the first female American director to take on the role of Jury President at the Cannes Film Festival.
The film is also set to hit screens in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Bahrain on December 7, followed by its release in the UAE on December 14 at ...
The film received Baumi Award for script development from Berlinale and has been awarded ARTE at Cannes Film Festival.
Sudan has submitted Mohamed Kordofani’s feature 'Goodbye Julia' for Best International Feature Film at the 96th Academy Awards.
The film is produced by Amjad Abu Alala’s Station Films and co-produced by Ali Alarabi, CEO and founder of Ambient Light.
It is a story about two women who represent the complicated relationship and differences between Northern and Southern Sudanese communities.
‘I Promise You Paradise’, Morad Mostafa’s refugee drama has made history at the Cannes Film Festival 2023.
The two films will be presented at the MIFF's Africa & Middle East strand.
'Cotton Queen' won the ArteKino Award at the Cannes Film Festival’s L’Atelier last year.
Amjad Al Rasheed's debut feature made history as the country's first-ever film selected for Cannes.
'Goodbye Julia' tells the story of two women who represent the complicated relationship and differences between northern and southern Sudanese communities.
Cannes 2023 awarded 'Four Daughters' the L'Oeil d'Or or "Golden Eye" Award, and it is now preparing to travel internationally.
Written by Mostafa and Sawsan Yusuf, the film features Kenyi Marcellino and Kenzy Mohamed.
During the 76th edition of Cannes, GFF celebrated cinema, collaboration, and cultural exchange.
Doha Film Institute has now supported more than 750 films from 75 countries, with grants cycles in autumn and spring.
This year’s edition of the awards focused on Arab-language films that premiered on the festival circuit outside of the Arab world in 2022.
The Film Investment Fund aims to invest in or provide funding to the companies and projects in the Saudi film sector.
The film is set to have its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2023.
This selection features diverse projects by Arab and global talent, auteurs, and emerging voices supported by the institute.
The winners will be announced during the upcoming edition of Cannes Film Festival.
In 2019, Touzani directed her first feature film, 'Adam', selected for the Un Certain Regard at the Festival de Cannes and shortlisted for the Oscars.
Khairat will receive Angénieux camera equipment as part of the prize for her forthcoming project.
Cairo International Film Festival has announced its first official partnership with the Festival Hub’s networking event.
At the fourth El Gouna Film Festival, 'Goodbye Julia' won the MAD Ergo award at the CineGouna SpringBoard.
These two films will compete under the Competition category at the Cannes Film Festival.
The selected film will screen in the official competition category.
Alidoosti was arrested after making a string of social media posts supporting the protest movement — including removing her headscarf and condemning the execution of protesters.
The ninth edition of the Sharjah International Film Festival (SIFF) for Children and Youth will take place October 10-15 at Al Jawaher Reception in Sharjah. Festival director Sheikha Jawaher bint ...
The film received Baumi Award for script development from Berlinale and has been awarded ARTE at Cannes Film Festival.
The film received Baumi Award for script development from Berlinale and has been awarded ARTE at Cannes Film Festival.
They were detained following protests on social media against violent crackdowns on Iranian civilians.
Written and directed by Bassel Ghandour, the film stars Emad Azmi, Baraka Rahmani, Munther Rayahneh, Maisa Abd Elhadi, Nadira Omran, and Nadim Rimawi.
Knobloch will succeed Pierre Lescure, who was re-elected for a third time in June 2020 and is planning to step down after the upcoming edition.
