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Egyptian and international films to be released in 2023
The genres of those films vary between comedy, thriller, and action.
Egypt produces 21 films in 2022, less than previous years
Digital platforms are safe haven for producers now
Lebanese actress Nour stars in ‘Nabil El Gameel’ after 5-year absence from cinema
I was pleased with my experience on Cairo Film Festival jury, says Nour
Somaya El-Khashab discusses her career, recent absence
I love realism, and social media is a double-edged sword
Seventh K-Movie Nights to begin at Zamalek Cinema on Thursday
For the first time, directors of the four movies will be invited to attend the screening of their movies, which will be followed by an open discussion with the audience in order to answer any questions they may have regarding the content of their films.
Red Sea International Film Festival announces first slate of films for second edition
Red Sea International Film Festival impressive line-up features 11 world premieres and 5 international premieres.
Japanese director Naomi Kawase to preside over International Competition’s jury at CIFF
Festival President Hussein Fahmy welcomed the participation of Kawase, confirming her role to lead the international competition’s jury as a valued addition to the activities of the coming edition. Fahmy added that Kawase has a distinguished career and possesses great experience that qualified her to obtain prestigious awards from various international festivals.
Hani Ramzy sits down with DNE to discuss his career and upcoming work
Daily News Egypt sat down with him to discuss the comedy, along with the many real issues that he presents in his films.
Most anticipated Egyptian films in 2023 – ‘Zero’, ‘Rahba’, and more
Take a look at what 2023 cinema holds for us
Second edition of 48Hr Film Challenge announces 2 winners of the Challenge and Networking Meetings
48Hr Film Challenge is a collaboration between The Alliance Française of Saudi Arabia, The Consulate General of France in Jeddah, VOX cinemas, and the Red Sea International Film Festival
Red Sea International Film Festival restores renowned classic films
Red Sea International Film Festival will restore and screen the classic Arab films Watch Out for Zouzou and Gharam fil Karnak
Red Sea Film Festival aims to support Saudi youth, cinema: Mohammed Al-Turki
Festival seeks to screen largest possible number of films that suit Saudi audience’s artistic taste
The Woman King is more than an action movie – it shines a light on the women warriors of Benin
A real-life queen has, in the past decade, been restored in both history books and the hearts of the people of Benin. Queen Tassi Hangbé reigned from 1716 to 1718 and is sometimes credited as founding the corps.
16 Arab films participate in Venice Film Festival, including six in official competition
‘Exodus’ wins Audience Award, Egyptian film ‘My Intimate Friend’ raises controversy
Egyptian women got their rights under President Al-Sisi: Nelly Karim
Only male viewers criticised ‘Faten Amal Harbi’ series
Red Sea International Film Festival celebrates incredible women working at heart of Arab cinema
The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) and Vanity Fair have come together to celebrate visionary female talent both on and behind the camera who are shaping the film industry and creating extraordinary stories that resonate with audiences around the world. At a gala event hosted alongside the 79th Venice International Film Festival at the …
Red Sea International Film Festival partners with Final Cut, supports 5 films to make mark at Venice Film Festival
The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) has partnered with Final Cut, the Venice Production Bridge programme that supports films in post-production from African and the Middle East nations of Iraq, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine, which will hold its tenth edition at this year’s festival. Additionally, five films funded by RSIFF will be presented …
I was all in tears when I heard the news of honouring me at Cairo Film Festival: Lebleba
Festivals have improved my performance and refined me artistically
‘Kira We El Gin’ is great addition to my career: Karim Abdel Aziz
Presenting important role is essential for any actor, but I also care about film profits
CIFF to honour Hungarian film legend Béla Tarr with Lifetime Achievement Award
Hussein Fahmy, President of CIFF, commented: “Béla Tarr is heralded as one of the cinematic world’s greatest innovators whose extensive repertoire includes several masterpiece films that largely contributed to the filmmaking world. A legendary film pioneer, Tarr often highlighted humanitarian issues in his films using a unique cinematic philosophy, which soon grew as a cinematic concept that is followed by other filmmakers worldwide. We are truly honored at CIFF to grant him the Lifetime Achievement Award to celebrate his iconic contributions to world cinema.”
‘Kira We El Gin’ is special historical film: Ahmed Ezz
Historical works are immortal in cinema, television
Egypt wins three awards at Al Ghadeer International Media Festival
A group of award-winning films were also played during the festival. The Secretary-General of the festival, Modar Al-Bakaa, thanked the festival’s guests for their presence, support, and enrichment of the festival’s activities, hoping that they had enjoyed the days they spent in the festival.
13th edition of Al-Ghadeer International Media Festival kicks-off
15 countries are competing for the festival’s prizes, including Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Oman, Tunisia, Yemen, Bahrain, Palestine, Libya, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Jordan, Qatar, the UAE, and Algeria, along with non-Arab contenders like Iran, Turkey, Russia, Afghanistan, France, Bulgaria, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, and the Netherlands.
‘Kira We El Gin’ carries message for young generations, I do not mind competition: Hend Sabry
‘I care about content in my films regardless my role as WFP Goodwill Ambassador,’ says Sabry
I retired so as not to destroy my history: Director Ali Abdel Khalek
Israeli press describes me as most anti-Israel Arab filmmaker
TV stars shine in Ramadan
Yasser Galal, Ahmed Mekky, Menna Shalaby, and other actors made brilliant performances this year
Egypt to present short documentary films before main Eid Al-Fitr films in cinemas
People’s Cinema will present a number of documentaries, knowledge, and awareness films for young people before the main screenings.
Presiding over CIFF for second time is great responsibility: Hussein Fahmy
I was pleased to be honoured by Luxor Film Festival
Artists’ wages determined by success of their works only: Yousra
I am not concerned with art jealousy, and I do not ask producers to release my works in Ramadan season
11th Luxor African Film Festival honours veteran Egyptian actor Hussein Fahmy
Dozens of filmmakers and cinema officials from 35 African countries attend LAFF