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          Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous prelude to South Sudan's 2011 secession, Goodbye Julia has garnered acclaim. Photo: Station Films

          Goodbye Julia leads nominations for Critics Awards for Arab Films

          CultureApril 25, 2024
          epa10631448 Jury member, Moroccan filmmaker Maryam Touzani attends the jury press conference at the 76th annual Cannes Film Festival at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France, on the opening day, 16 May 2023. The festival runs from 16 to 27 May. EPA-EFE/Mike Coppola / POOL *** Local Caption *** CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 16: Jury President Ruben �stlund attends the jury press conference at the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 16, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)

          Meet the 15 breakout Arab filmmakers of 2024

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          The new service which launched in February offers silent films in sign language. Photo: Cinema Deaf

          Challenge for streaming service aimed at the hearing impaired

          Film & TVDecember 19, 2023
          The Cello is directed by Darren Bousman, of the Saw franchise. Photo: Rozam Media

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          Film & TVSeptember 14, 2023
          Afef Ben Mahmoud writes, directs and stars in Backstage, which follows a dance group during an ill-fated tour in Morocco. Photo: Lycia Productions

          Dark side of dance and Arab taboos bring light to Venice

          Film & TVSeptember 09, 2023
          The Swimmers actress Nathalie Issa takes the lead role as Nayla. Photo: Other Stories

          From lectures to the Lido, student's film goes to Venice

          Film & TVSeptember 08, 2023
          Behind The Mountains features a man who takes his son on a journey through the Tunisian wilderness. Photo: Metafora Production

          Mohamed Ben Attia on his new film Behind The Mountains

          Film & TVSeptember 07, 2023
          The premiere of the Saudi film Hajjan is among the festival highlights. Photo: Ithra

          Tiff 2023 opens with strong Arab representation

          Film & TVSeptember 07, 2023
          Hiam Abbass, left, and her daughter Lina Soualem in Deir Hanna. Photo: Beall Productions

          Succession star's daughter puts Palestinian plight in focus

          Film & TVSeptember 06, 2023
          Behind the Mountains, directed by Tunisian auteur Mohamed Ben Attia, premiers at the Venice Film Festival this year. Photo: Luxbox

          Rise of Arab talent under the spotlight at Venice Film Festival

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          Lebanese actress Marilyn Naaman was awarded for her lead role in Mother Valley. AFP Photo

          Amman International Film Festival reveals winners of Black Iris Awards

          Arts & CultureAugust 23, 2023
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          Eight must-watch Arabic films from the 1960s

          Film & TVAugust 20, 2023
          From left, Hassiba Freiha, Hana Kazim, Sofia Djama and Rula Nasser. Getty Images

          Has Barbie changed anything? Arab female filmmakers weigh in

          Arts & CultureAugust 11, 2023
          A still from the film Clash (Eshtebak), which benefited from the work of the Arab Cinema Centre. Courtesy Arab Cinema Centre

          Arab Cinema Centre celebrates two years of success

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          A still from Zinzana. Courtesy DIFF

          #supportarabcinema campaign to launch in Europe

          January 19, 2016
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          MAD Solutions offers new Arab film prize at Venice International Film Festival

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