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70 articles available in total starting from 14/11/2002. Last article published on 04/07/2025.

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Rodrigo Brum • Head, Cairo Film Connection

Interview: Rodrigo Brum • Head, Cairo Film Connection

"It was crucial to me that the selection reflected not my taste, but the diversity of stories and aesthetic approaches from the region"

We sat down to discuss the 10th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival's platform presenting upcoming fiction and documentary feature projects from the MENA region  

13/11/2024 | Cairo 2024

Essam Zakarea • Artistic director, Cairo International Film Festival

Interview: Essam Zakarea • Artistic director, Cairo International Film Festival

“We’ve focused on selecting films that are artistically valuable and emotionally resonant, with stories that engage audiences”

The seasoned film critic, programmer and newly appointed artistic director of the Egyptian festival discusses practical challenges, programme highlights and strategic visions for the future  

07/11/2024 | Cairo 2024

The Cairo International Film Festival is back for its 45th edition, with a full line-up revealed

The Cairo International Film Festival is back for its 45th edition, with a full line-up revealed

After cancelling its 2023 edition owing to the Israel–Hamas war, the oldest and most prestigious film gathering for Africa, the Middle East and the Arab world returns at full speed  

05/11/2024 | Cairo 2024

The Seed of the Sacred Fig wins the Arab Critics' Awards for European Films

The Seed of the Sacred Fig wins the Arab Critics' Awards for European Films

Mohammad Rasoulof's German-French-Iranian co-production has received the prize presented for the sixth time by European Film Promotion and Arab Cinema Center  

30/10/2024 | Europe/Middle East

Cairo Film Connection selects 18 projects from 10 countries

Cairo Film Connection selects 18 projects from 10 countries

The upcoming edition of the industry platform will feature projects in both the post-production and the development stages  

30/10/2024 | Cairo 2024 | Cairo Industry Days

Ahmed Shawky • Head, CineGouna Funding

Interview: Ahmed Shawky • Head, CineGouna Funding

“We are a place where you can get access to important platforms, and meet European distributors, festivals and labs”

The Egyptian film critic and FIPRESCI president, who is heading CineGouna Funding for the second year, tells us about the changes he has introduced  

23/10/2024 | El Gouna 2024

At Karlovy Vary, Bridging the Dragon unpacks co-production opportunities with Asia

At Karlovy Vary, Bridging the Dragon unpacks co-production opportunities with Asia

European producers could benefit from Asia's pool of diverse talent and resources, its flourishing market, and the presence of co-financing and financial incentives, the speakers underscored  

04/07/2024 | Industry | Market | Karlovy Vary 2024 - KVIFF Eastern Promises

Stefano Centini • Producer, Volos Films

Interview: Stefano Centini • Producer, Volos Films

“Without a doubt, European festivals are the platforms which offer Central Asian films the most exposure”

The Italian juror on the Bishkek CAF Pitch chatted with us about his work as a producer and the potential offered by the Central Asian region  

20/06/2024 | /Italy

Erke Dzhumakmatova • Coordinator, CAF Pitch programme, Bishkek International Film Festival

Interview: Erke Dzhumakmatova • Coordinator, CAF Pitch programme, Bishkek International Film Festival

“We aim to become a leading, flagship festival in Central Asia”

The coordinator of the Kyrgyz gathering’s industry sidebar takes stock of this year’s edition and touches on the process of co-producing with Central Asian countries  

18/06/2024 | /Kyrgyzstan

The second edition of the Bishkek International Film Festival announces its award winners

The second edition of the Bishkek International Film Festival announces its award winners

Two features co-produced by France, Shambhala and Inshallah a Boy, have snagged the Jury Prix for Best Cinematography and the Award for Best Acting, respectively  

17/06/2024 | Festivals | Awards | Kyrgyzstan

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