The documentary follows the rise and fall of Lyd, a 5,000-year-old metropolis that was once a bustling Palestinian town until it was conquered by the State of Israel, which was ...
The film is a joint German-Palestinian production that delves into themes of female empowerment and familial struggle.
These two additions will spotlight deeply human narratives from the Arab world and its diasporas
The film is helmed by Muayad Alayan and co-written with Rami Alayan.
Each of these six films is represented internationally by MAD World, with MAD Distribution handling sales across the Arab World.
The programme breeding talents and awards that supports films in post-production from Africa and the Middle East.
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.
The docudrama, set in Lebanon, is a joint production between Lebanon, France, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.
The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.
The film centres around Aisha, a 26-year-old Somali caregiver living in a Cairo neighbourhood populated by African migrants.
'The Village Next to Paradise' is a 2024 drama film written and directed by Mo Harawe in his feature-length debut.
With a diverse lineup spanning intimate stories and political narratives, MAD Solutions continues to champion Arab cinema on the international stage.
The documentary follows the rise and fall of Lyd, a 5,000-year-old metropolis that was once a bustling Palestinian town until it was conquered by the State of Israel, which was ...
The film received post-production funding from the Cairo Film Connection and the Doha Film Fund.
Mohamed Kordofani both wrote and directed the film, which is a collaborative effort among talents from Sudan, Sweden, Germany, Saudi Arabia, France and Egypt.
'Xoftex' is set in a Greek refugee camp named Xoftex, where Syrian and Palestinian asylum seekers anxiously await news of their refugee status.
The film was developed in December 2021 as a part of a trilogy of Ameer Fakher Eldin's first 2021 film, 'The Stranger' with working title as 'Nothing of Nothing Remains'.
MAD Solutions has awarded the grant for the fourth consecutive year, underscoring its commitment to support Arab cinema.
'My Driver and I' was supported by the Cairo Film Connection, the UK Global Screen Fund, and the Red Sea Film Foundation.
The Internationale Kurzfilmtage Winterthur Festival serves as a prerequisite qualifier for entries to the Oscars, BAFTAs, and EFAs.
The shorts will be showcased across various categories at the festival, such as Bahraini competition, animated films, and short narratives.
The winning films include 'The Sun Sets on Beirut', 'The Last Winter' and 'Vibrations for Gaza'.
The film will be competing in the 'Meet The Neighbors+' category.
The lineup includes shorts from Sudan, Tunisia, Egypt, Palestine, Morocco, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon and Jordan.
Nazih, along with conductor Ahmed Farag, will present music from some of Egypt's most iconic films on October 27.
The success of these films at the Tripoli Film Festival further cements MAD Solutions’ reputation for promoting socially resonant films across the Arab world.
The OSN Original is a fictionalised story of a six-year-old South Asian schoolgirl who falls asleep on a school bus and ultimately dies from heat exhaustion.
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.
'Aisha Can't Fly Away' becomes first Egyptian film to win La Biennale di Venezia Prize at Final-Cut in Venice
The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.
MAD Solutions handles the film’s distribution in the Arab world, while The Party Film Sales handles worldwide distribution.
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.
As part of the Red Sea Fund, 'Behind the Mountain' won both production and post-production rounds in 2021 and 2022, respectively.
MAD Solutions handles the film’s distribution across the Arab World, while Elle Driver (France) handles the international sales.
The film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Written and directed by Firas Khoury, 'Alam' follows the story of a Palestinian teenager named Tamer.
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.
'Xoftex' is set in a Greek refugee camp named Xoftex, where Syrian and Palestinian asylum seekers anxiously await news of their refugee status.
Mohamed Kordofani both wrote and directed the film, which is a collaborative effort among talents from Sudan, Sweden, Germany, Saudi Arabia, France and Egypt.
The Toronto Arab Film Festival began in 2017 to address the absence of Arab films in Toronto's film programming.
The film is produced by Amjad Abu Alala’s Station Films and co-produced by Ali Alarabi, CEO and founder of Ambient Light.
'Xoftex' is set in a Greek refugee camp named Xoftex, where Syrian and Palestinian asylum seekers anxiously await news of their refugee status.
The docudrama, set in Lebanon, uses the format of diaries to narrate four tumultuous years in a nation struggling to break free from its own chains.
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.
'Diaries From Lebanon' is a joint production between Lebanon, France, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.
The films will compete for Best Live-Action Short Over 15 Minutes, Best Student International Short, and the Bridging the Borders Jury Award.
These six films highlight MAD Solutions' commitment to showcasing diverse stories from the Arab world at the film festival.
The Toronto Arab Film Festival began in 2017 to address the absence of Arab films in Toronto's film programming.
'Rat Hole' spotlights the ordeal of an underpaid female telemarketer grappling with ethical dilemmas while battling financial challenges.
Written and directed by Firas Khoury, 'Alam' follows the story of a Palestinian teenager named Tamer.
The film received vital support from the Société de Développement des Entreprises Culturelles, the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture, CALQ-Government du Quebec, and CAC when it was still in ...
The film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
MAD Distribution is handling the movie’s sales in the Arab-speaking region.
The film is helmed by Muayad Alayan and co-written with Rami Alayan.
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.
As part of the Red Sea Fund, 'Behind the Mountain' won both production and post-production rounds in 2021 and 2022, respectively.
Director Amr Salama collaborated with emerging Egyptian rapper Ziad Zaza, marking Zaza’s inaugural venture into the realm of acting.
The awards ceremony is organised by the Arab Cinema Centre, with winners chosen by 225 critics from over 70 countries.
The success of 'Simo' and 'Trinou' at the Imedghassen Film Festival underscores MAD Solutions’ commitment to promoting innovative storytelling and nurturing emerging talent within the film industry.
