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Legendary Egyptian screenwriter Bashir El Deek dies at 80

Egyptian screenwriter and director Bashir El Deek died on Tuesday at 80.

Egyptian films, filmmakers shine on global stage in 2024

The Egyptian film industry witnessed remarkable global recognition in 2024, as several films and filmmakers garnered significant acclaim at international festivals.

Spotlight on Palestine in 2024 international film festivals

Throughout 2024, Palestine has made a significant impact on the international and regional cultural scene, including in Egypt, leaving indelible marks that cannot be overlooked.

Egyptian director Hala Elkoussy's East of Noon to open Berlin Critics' Week 2025

East of Noon, a film by Egyptian director Hala Elkoussy, will open the Critics' Week at the 75th edition of the Berlin International Film Festival (Berlinale) from 13 to 23 February 2025.

Mobile cinema brings Tunisians big screen experience

Like many of his fellow Tunisians, 23-year-old Amine Elhani has never been to the cinema, but now, thanks to a mobile theatre touring the country, he can finally enjoy the big screen.

Egyptian artists, films receive recognition at Carthage Film Festival

Egyptian artists and films were recognized at the Carthage Film Festival (14-21 December), with two creators receiving awards and one a special mention.

Luxor African Film Festival reveals films, jury for its 14th edition

The organisers of the Luxor African Film Festival (LAFF) revealed the selection of films and jury members for the festival's upcoming 14th edition, scheduled to take place between 9 and 15 January 2025.

Sudanese women filmmakers defy war with stories of resilience

Far from the frontlines of Sudan's devastating war, a new generation of amateur women filmmakers is gathering in the formerly sleepy city of Port Sudan to explore the untold stories of their troubled country.

Egyptian film The Tale of Daye’s Family to compete at Berlin Intl Film Festival

Egyptian film The Tale of Daye’s Family (Daye: Seret Ahl El Daye) competes at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, which will take place between 13 and 23 February 2025.

Palestine at heart of Carthage Film Festival

The 35th edition of the Carthage Film Festival (JCC) officially began Saturday evening in Tunis, with Palestine at the heart of its programme.

'Fanon' biopic explores fight against colonialism in Algeria

​Frantz Fanon's revolutionary ideas, shaped in North Africa's colonial battlegrounds, take centre stage in a new biopic exploring his pivotal years as a psychiatrist in French-ruled Algeria.

Egyptian actor Nabil Elhalfawy dies at age 77

​Egyptian actor Nabil Elhalfawy passed away in the early hours of Sunday following a sudden health crisis, his sons Walid and Khaled announced on his X account.

First albino Egyptian actor Badr Mohamed shares his Tale of Daye's Family experience

First albino Egyptian actor Badr Mohamed, who starred in The Tale of Daye's Family, discussed his experience participating in the film in an interview with Al-Ahram.

Ramy Youssef: More Feelings - Egyptian-American comedian earns 3rd Golden Globe nomination

Egyptian-American comedian Ramy Youssef earned his third Golden Globe nomination in his career: Best Performance in Stand-Up Comedy on Television for his Ramy Youssef: More Feelings, released in March on HBO.

List of key Golden Globe 2025 nominees

Here are the nominees in key categories for the 82nd Golden Globe Awards, which will be handed out on January 5. Surreal musical Emilia Perez led all contenders with 10 nods, followed by The Brutalist at seven and Conclave at six.

Women In Cinema: A gala by Red Sea Int'l Film Festival for women

The Red Sea International Film Festival (RSIFF) celebrated women's contribution to the film industry on Friday evening by organizing a gala titled Women In Cinema.

Palestinian film Happy Holidays wins top honours at the Marrakech Film Festival

The Palestinian film Happy Holidays won the Marrakech Film Festival’s top award, Étoile d’Or (Golden Star). Actresses Manar Shehab and Wafaa Aoun shared Best Actress Awards.

El-Hawa Sultan: Social stratification weaved within love story

Although the film El-Hawa Sultan might initially seem like a typical love story, it quickly unfolds into something far more complex, showing a rich tapestry of social stratification that goes well beyond the expected love tale.

Sudan documentary implores world to remember how a hopeful revolution became a forgotten war

In the early days of Sudan's 2019 revolution, Shajane Suliman brought sandwiches, coffee and mint tea to demonstrations in closed-off sections of Khartoum. But as hope made way for despair, she decided more than food was needed to nourish the movement.

Creating connections: Arab, African filmmakers gather at Morocco workshops

Emerging filmmakers from Africa and the Arab world gathered in Marrakesh this week for a series of workshops to refine their film projects, secure funding and build industry connections.

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