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Egypt celebration sparks controversy at Cannes film festival
Amr Waked, the star of Syriana, and the prominent Egyptian filmmaker Mohamed Khan have put their names to a petition attacking the way that the Cannes film festival has decided to celebrate Egyptian cinema this year.
Cannes deal can open doors for Arab filmmakers
A deal signed at the Cannes Film Festival should provide opportunities for talented Arab filmmakers.
In the light of events: London Palestine Film Festival round-up
The London Palestine Film Festival 2011 saw a broad spectrum of work on show both on and off screen and filmmakers tackling a variety of subjects.
A preview of what's to come at Cannes
From showing support for politically targeted Iranian filmmakers, to celebrating Egyptian film, this year's Cannes Film Festival is about much more than celebrity
Water for Elephants
Starring Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson, this period film has a predictable plot and fails to make the most of its circus setting.
Kenneth Branagh on his latest directorial project Thor
Kaleem Aftab talks to Kenneth Branagh about his latest directorial project Thor, and whether he is likely to direct a comic-book film again.
Adele: Rise of the Mummy
There's not really enough action for action fans in this adventure film, but perhaps the array of amazing hats will make up for that...
This year's Cannes Film Festival delivers
Compared with 2010, this year's film festival features movies that hold great promise for their wide release.
A means, not an end: 3D graduates from blockbuster to art-house
As 3D technology matures, more directors are using it as a tool to serve their own artistic purposes rather than making films simply to take advantage of its spectacular effects.
Egypt in Focus reveals impressive films
Land in Focus orchestrated a night of Egypt in Focus, and the result was an evening that went beyond politics.
It's crazy but it's life, says director Guillaume Canet
The Little White Lies director Guillaume Canet talks about the film, his career and the desire to laugh in dark emotional places.
Source Code
The latest Jake Gyllenhaal vehicle is an intense and satisfying romp that features impressive performances.
A horse is one of the stars of Steven Spielberg's new war movie
With the first images from Steven Spielberg's adaptation of War Horse now emerging, we ponder the timeless appeal of the equine film.
Inside Job
The winner of the Best Documentary award at this year's Oscars, Inside Job is a cautionary tale about financial deregulation, and the director doesn't pull any punches.
Sundance takes aim at rival Tribeca festival with London dates in 2012
The announcement that the Sundance Film Festival will stage a London event next year is the latest round in their battle with Tribeca for supremacy in the independent film world.
