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Egypt returns to Cannes’ Un Certain Regard after nine years with ‘Aisha Can’t Fly Away’

The film centres around Aisha, a 26-year-old Somali caregiver living in a Cairo neighbourhood populated by African migrants.

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ competes at FESCAAL in Italy

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ nabs award at MiWorld Young Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

April 2, 2025

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The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Egyptian family documentary ’50 Meters’ premieres at CPH:DOX

by Staff Reporter

March 25, 2025

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The Egypt-Denmark-Saudi co-production is produced by Ahmed Amer of Cairo-based A.A. Films and Patricia Drati of Copenhagen-based Good Company Pictures.

Egyptian film ‘Abu Judy’ wins award at Zawya Short Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

March 19, 2025

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MAD World oversees global sales, while MAD Distribution manages the film’s distribution in the Arab world.

EFCA recognises ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’ as Best Egyptian Film of 2023

Netflix MENA releases Egyptian film ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’

by Staff Reporter

February 26, 2025

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A collaborative effort between Vox Studios, Film Clinic and Image Nation Abu Dhabi, the film is a shift for director Omar Hilal, making his debut in the world of cinema ...

Egyptian film ‘Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo’ set for Arab world release

Egyptian Film ‘Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo’ set for US premiere

by Staff Reporter

February 9, 2025

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The film was inspired by a 2015 incident in Egypt where a viral video of a dog's brutal killing led to four men being jailed.

Egyptian documentary ‘Memoirs of M.A Draz’ to screen at French Institutes

by Staff Reporter

February 6, 2025

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The film traces Mohamed Abdallah Draz's journey from his modest roots in Mahallat Diyay to his academic endeavors in Paris.

MAD World acquires Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ ahead of Berlinale premiere

by Staff Reporter

January 26, 2025

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The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Franco Film Festival returns to Cinema Akil for 14th edition

Cinema Akil returns with line-up of films and events

by Staff Reporter

January 14, 2025

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From January 24 to February 2, Cinema Akil will host the 11th edition of the Reel Palestine Film Festival.

Egyptian film ‘Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo’ set for Arab world release

by Staff Reporter

January 2, 2025

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The film was inspired by a 2015 incident in Egypt where a viral video of a dog's brutal killing led to four men being jailed.

Egyptian film ‘The Tale of Daye’s Family’ to compete at Berlin film fest

by Staff Reporter

December 19, 2024

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The film is directed by Karim El Shennawy and stars Saudi actress Aseel Omran.

Egyptian-Lebanese film ‘Arzeh’ selected for CIFF

by Staff Reporter

November 7, 2024

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The film was recently announced as Lebanon's entry for the Oscars' Best International Feature Film category.

Egyptian film ‘The Brink of Dreams’ to compete in Cannes Critics’ Week

Egyptian film ‘The Brink of Dreams’ to compete at Chicago Int’l Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

September 26, 2024

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The documentary chronicles the journey of a group of young Coptic women as they establish their own theater ensemble.

Egyptian documentary ‘Memoirs of M.A Draz’ to screen at Goethe Film Week

by Staff Reporter

September 19, 2024

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The film traces Mohamed Abdallah Draz's journey from his modest roots in Mahallat Diyay to his academic endeavors in Paris, portraying him as a visionary who championed equal opportunities for ...

‘Aisha Can’t Fly Away’ becomes first Egyptian film to win Venice Biennale Prize

by Staff Reporter

September 5, 2024

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'Aisha Can't Fly Away' becomes first Egyptian film to win La Biennale di Venezia Prize at Final-Cut in Venice

Red Sea Fund 2024 invites applications for production cycle

Production begins on sequel to Egyptian film ‘Hepta: The Last Lecture’

by Staff Reporter

August 20, 2024

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Filming is currently in progress in Cairo, Egypt, though the release date has yet to be announced.

Egyptian film ‘A Promise to the Sea’ to world premiere at São Paulo Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

August 18, 2024

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The film’s international sales are handled by MAD World, while its distribution and sales in the Arab-speaking world are handled by MAD Distribution.

Egyptian film returns to Venice after 12 years with ‘Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo’

by Staff Reporter

July 27, 2024

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The film, developed through the Red Sea Lodge programme in 2021 and also supported by the Red Sea Fund, will have its world premiere in the Orizzonti Extra section.

Egyptian thriller ‘Smokey Eyes’ set for Jordanian debut at Amman Int’l Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

June 29, 2024

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MAD World handles the film’s worldwide sales while MAD Distribution handles the film’s distribution in the Arab-speaking region.

‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’ bags top awards at Split Mediterranean Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

June 26, 2024

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Written and directed by Omar Hilal, the film marks his cinematic debut and transition from the world of adverts to film.

Shahid to release Egyptian thriller ‘Flight 404’ starring Mona Zaki

by Staff Reporter

June 20, 2024

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Zaki stars alongside Mohamed Mamdouh, Mohamed Farrag, Sherine Reda, Khaled al-Sawy and Hassan al-Adl.

Egyptian film ‘Rat Hole’ gears up for second screening at Zawya Cinema

by Rhea Ramesh

June 11, 2024

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'Rat Hole' spotlights the ordeal of an underpaid female telemarketer grappling with ethical dilemmas while battling financial challenges.

Egyptian film ‘Trapped’ to premiere at Mostra de Valencia

Manal Khaled’s feature debut ‘Trapped’ to screen at Unseen Nairobi Cinema

by Staff Reporter

June 10, 2024

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'Trapped', directed by Manal Khaled, explores the lives of a group of women navigating a patriarchal society.

Yango Play to release Egyptian film ‘A Nose and Three Eyes’

by Staff Reporter

May 30, 2024

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An adaptation of the late Egyptian writer Ihssan Abdoulkoudos’s novel of the same name, this film examines the life of a man torn between three women.

Egyptian documentary ‘The Brink of Dreams’ wins L’Oeil d’or at Cannes

by Staff Reporter

May 27, 2024

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The documentary chronicles the journey of a group of young Coptic women as they establish their own theater ensemble.

’60 Egyptian Pounds’ to screen at Arab Film Festival Rotterdam

by Staff Reporter

May 26, 2024

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Director Amr Salama collaborated with emerging Egyptian rapper Ziad Zaza, marking Zaza’s inaugural venture into the realm of acting.

Mohamed Farrag returns to silver screen with ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’

Shahid releases Egyptian film ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’

by Staff Reporter

May 19, 2024

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Written and directed by Omar Hilal, the film marks his cinematic debut and transition from the world of adverts to film.

Amman International Film Festival to premiere Egyptian film ‘Rat Hole’

Egyptian film ‘Rat Hole’ to premiere at Zawya Cinema and Cinema Akil

by Staff Reporter

May 8, 2024

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The film is directed, produced, and written by Mohamed El Samman.

Netflix to release Egyptian comedy ‘Wesh Fi Wesh’ on April 25

by Staff Reporter

April 20, 2024

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The film centres around a couple who are working through marital issues.

Cannes Directors’ Fortnight selects Egyptian film ‘East of Noon’

by Staff Reporter

April 18, 2024

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'East of Noon' is one of eight films directed or co-directed by women among the 21 films selected this year.

Egyptian film ‘The Brink of Dreams’ to compete in Cannes Critics’ Week

by Staff Reporter

April 17, 2024

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The documentary chronicles the journey of a group of young Coptic women as they establish their own theater ensemble.

Short film ’60 Egyptian Pounds’ to premiere at Fribourg International Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

March 14, 2024

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MAD Solutions has recently announced the acquisition of '60 Pounds', a film loosely based on a Ziad Zaza song.

UAE entities seek director and exec producer from among People of Determination

Saudi Arabia’s GEA to produce 14 Egyptian and Saudi films

by Staff Reporter

February 18, 2024

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The first film to receive approval for production within the inaugural season of the fund is 'Awlad Rizk 3'.

‘A Nose and Three Eyes’ to hold world premiere at Red Sea Int’l Film Festival

‘A Nose and Three Eyes’ set for release in Tunisian cinemas on February 14

by Staff Reporter

February 13, 2024

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The film was produced in collaboration between Lagoonie Film Production and Rise Studio.

EFCA recognises ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’ as Best Egyptian Film of 2023

by Staff Reporter

February 7, 2024

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Written and directed by Omar Hilal, the film marks his cinematic debut and transition from the world of adverts to film.

Egyptian film ‘El Hareefa’ generates $1.20m since release on January 4

by Staff Reporter

February 1, 2024

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Eiad Saleh has written the screenplay, while Raouf El Sayed has directed the film.

Razane Jammal takes centre stage in Egyptian cinema debut in ‘Black Lion’

by Staff Reporter

January 29, 2024

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Jammal rose to prominence with her breakthrough performance in the 2010 film 'Carlos'.

‘I Promise You Paradise’ to premiere at Cairo International Film Festival 2023

Egyptian film ‘I Promise You Paradise’ to screen at Clermont-Ferrand Int’ernational Short Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

January 4, 2024

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‘I Promise You Paradise’, Morad Mostafa’s refugee drama has made history at the Cannes Film Festival 2023.

Egyptian short film ‘Overcast’ to compete at Cairo International Short Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

December 21, 2023

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The distribution of 'Overcast' is being managed by MAD Solutions.

‘A Nose and Three Eyes’ to hold world premiere at Red Sea Int’l Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

November 19, 2023

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This film, a modern take on Abdel-Quddous’ novel, previously brought to the screen in 1972, is scheduled for release later this year.

Hanager Cinema in Cairo to screen Egyptian film ‘As for the Weather’

by Staff Reporter

November 13, 2023

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The film explores the life of a divorced man and how he copes with being out of his comfort zone.

Egyptian filmmaker Sherief Elkatsha’s ‘Far from the Nile’ to premiere in US

by Staff Reporter

November 4, 2023

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The film follows the journey of 12 African musicians hailing from seven different countries along the Nile River.

Egyptian short film ’60 Pounds’ to open El Gouna Film Festival 2023

by Staff Reporter

September 20, 2023

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MAD Solutions has recently announced the acquisition of '60 Pounds', a film loosely based on a Ziad Zaza song.

Exclusive: Omar Hilal on ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’ ahead of theatrical release

by Vijaya Cherian

September 11, 2023

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'Voy! Voy! Voy!', Omar Hilal’s directorial debut, is awaited with huge anticipation as it gears up for a theatrical premiere in various Arab countries this month. A collaborative effort between ...