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February 6, 2025

Binoche had her first major role in André Téchiné's 'Rendez-vous', which premiered in Cannes in 1985.

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

February 6, 2025

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

76% of Middle Eastern consumers say tech is key during Ramadan: The Trade Desk

Research shows a spike in media consumption during Ramadan, with Connected TV (CTV) surpassing linear TV as the leading platform.

Rotana TV appoints SPEX as exclusive advertising agency

by Tarek Matar, Karim Sarkis and Maansi Sagar

Under this partnership, SPEX will also oversee all digital advertising initiatives.

Film and Beyond: Leapfrogging into the global screen industry

As the global screen industry evolves, the GCC has a unique opportunity to become a leading film hub. With cutting-edge technology, a young workforce, diverse landscapes, and rich storytelling, the ...

EVS appoints Bevan Gibson as EVP of Sales & Operations for North America

Bevan brings over 20 years of leadership experience in the broadcast industry, having held key positions in major broadcast networks across Australia, the UK, the Middle East and Europe.

Yango Play unveils exclusive Ramadan 2025 series lineup

Currently, the app offers a free trial till Ramadan, allowing users to explore an extensive library of premium content tailored to diverse tastes.

International Media Investments announces key leadership changes

IMI relocates HQ to twofour54’s Yas Creative Hub

The new headquarters also includes the IMI Media Academy, a training facility for media professionals.

StarzPlay and Seekr partner to accelerate AI adoption for businesses

StarzPlay will directly provide Seekr’s AI-powered products to partners and external stakeholders, enabling business scaling with features like GenAI metadata extraction, enhanced chatbots, deep learning search and anti-piracy tools.

Creative Media Authority partners with PopArabia to launch songwriting camps

Under this partnership, CMA and PopArabia will continue hosting songwriting camps throughout 2025 and 2026, with the potential for further expansion.

Rise Studios announces production of feature film ‘Love Conquers All’

The Lebanese-French production delves into societal divides, exploring love across different ages and races.

Meta expands AI assistant to MENA

The expansion also introduces support for Arabic, making Meta AI accessible to even more people across the region.

Vodafone Egypt renews exclusive partnership with Anghami and OSN+

The partnership renewal was signed at the headquarters of Anghami and OSN+ in Dubai.

Egyptian director Ahmed Shawky to chair jury of International Federation of Critics

Berlin Film Festival appoints Ahmed Shawky as President of Critics jury

Shawky will oversee the jury while also serving as a judge for the films in the international competition.

Arab film ‘Yunan’ competes for Golden Bear at 75th Berlin Film Festival

February 3, 2025

The film was developed in December 2021 as a part of a trilogy of Ameer Fakher Eldin's first 2021 film, 'The Stranger' with working title as 'Nothing of Nothing Remains'.

CNN expands Middle East presence with new operation in Qatar

February 3, 2025

The new hub in Media City Qatar will focus on developing multi-platform content covering major global trends.

FIFA+ channel launches on Starz On

February 2, 2025

With a diverse array of content, the FIFA+ channel caters to a broad audience, from die-hard football fans to casual viewers, primarily targeting adults aged 18-50.

GoQuest Media expands global reach of Turkish drama ‘Kuma’

February 1, 2025

These deals are in addition to those recently closed by co-producers VIP 2000 TV in Paraguay, Peru and Panama.

MAD Solutions screens three shorts at Cinémed Int’l Mediterranean Film Festival

Palestinian film ‘Upshot’ competes at Clermont-Ferrand film festival

January 31, 2025

The film is a joint production between Palestine, Italy and France.

Canon EMEA appoints Shinichi ‘Sam’ Yoshida as new President and CEO

January 31, 2025

He will assume his new responsibilities as President and CEO of Canon EMEA from March 1, 2025.

WBD and Fujairah Holding announce premiere of ‘Arabian Shores’

January 31, 2025

Hosted by food blogger Firas Kazma, the series emphasises environmental sustainability and the preservation of natural resources while celebrating the region's identity.

Ross Video expands corporate presence in EMEA with new regional sales director

Nancy Diaz Curiel has more than 15 years of experience in the broadcast and media industry.

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

Doha Film Institute announces recipients of 2024 Fall Grants

DFI has selected 47 projects from 23 countries spanning narrative, documentary and experimental films as well as series.

Sony Pictures Television signs deal with Turkey’s Sinema TV

BBC Studios appoints Rose Hughes as SVP of Global Format Sales

Throughout her 15-year career, she also held the position of VP of Finished Programmes, Formats, Co-Productions and Pre-Buys at Keshet International.

Vodafone Egypt partners with Yango Play

The partnership aims to enhance customer satisfaction by delivering premium content, exclusive releases and an easy-to-navigate user interface suitable for the entire family.

Saudi film ‘The Seven Dogs’ begins production with record $40m budget

'The Seven Dogs' will be the first film shot at Big Time Studios.

BeIN Media Group extends ATP Tour broadcast rights in MENA until 2028

The sports network to air all ATP Masters 1000, ATP 500 and Nitto ATP Finals until 2028 as part of contract renewal that further strengthens relationship between beIN and elite ...

Watch IT unveils Ramadan 2025 drama lineup

The Ramadan series lineup encompasses productions from Watch IT's own library, including 'El Sharnaka'.

Lionsgate appoints Adam Fogelson as Vice Chair of Motion Picture Group

Warner Bros. hires Ted Lim as Chief Business Officer

With this new structure, Ricky Tydus who serves as SVP of Creative Strategy & Film Operations and his team will report to Ted.

Netflix surpasses 200m paid subscriptions

Comedy series ‘Mo’ returns for season two on Netflix

'Mo' season two will bring its hero’s journey for asylum to an end, with Amer reprising his role as Mo, alongside Teresa Ruiz, Farah Bsieso and Omar Elba.

Amman Int’l Film Festival to premiere 22 films shot in Gaza amid ongoing conflict

Reel Palestine returns for 11th edition at Cinema Akil

January 28, 2025

The annual festival will showcase a lineup of eight feature films and documentaries, alongside 13 short films divided into two programmes.

Khalil Al-Sakakini’s poem ‘We Are a Proud Nation’ revived through film and song

January 28, 2025

The film was produced and co-written by Annie Sakkab and Paul Lee in collaboration with B707 Productions.

CIFF 2024 to host specialised workshops to support filmmakers

Cairo International Film Festival announces dates for 46th edition

January 28, 2025

During the 45th edition of the film festival, the audience watched 195 films in various sections.

Saudi Film Commission joins Asian Film Commissions Network

It will promote and facilitate cross-border co-productions.

Germany shortlists ‘The Seed of The Sacred Fig’ to submit for 97th Oscars

Mohammad Rasoulof’s ‘The Seed of The Sacred Fig’ earns Oscar nomination

Ahead of its premiere in Cannes 2024, Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof was sentenced to eight years in prison by Iranian authorities.

BeIN Sports to air all 18 UEFA Champions League matches

With 23 channels, including six new ones, the sports broadcaster will deliver global coverage of the UCL League Phase's final round.

Technology, media entities unite to build trust in online content

CNN announces major restructuring with new streaming service

Another subscription-based model will be set around lifestyle content, such as food and fitness.

Short film ‘Bougainvillea’ to premiere at MENA Film Festival in Canada

The film sheds light on an often-overlooked chapter of Sudan’s revolution and serves as a testament to the enduring strength of Sudanese women.

Doha Film Institute opens applications for 2025 Qatari Film Fund

Qatari Film Fund will be accepting short and feature film submissions until February 13, 2025.

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

January 26, 2025

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

Academy pledges $6m to support motion picture industry employees

Palestinian documentary ‘No Other Land’ secures Oscar nod

January 25, 2025

The film is co-directed by Palestinian journalist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham.

ATV’s ‘The Nightfall’ becomes top prime-time show in Turkey

Panama’s TVN secures broadcasting rights for Turkish series ‘The Nightfall’

Distributed by ATV Distribution, the series features lead actors Burak Deniz and Su Burcu Yazgı Coşkun.

Staying Safe and Ensuring Continuity with Cloud Playout

by Lelde Ardava

Outages can cause loss of ad revenue, declining viewership and reputational damage that can be difficult to repair.

‘Sarab’ cast celebrates season finale premiere with TOD Studios and Vodafone RED

This 10-episode series is inspired by ‘Seven Types of Ambiguity’.

Sky News Arabia unveils new HQ and revamped programme lineup

The announcements come 12 years after the channel’s launch.

DPC and Dubai Media Academy launch AI training for media pros

The programme aimed to empower specialists in the region to harness AI technologies in media operations.

First Gulf Company and Avid organise event for regional media leaders

The event provided a platform for collaboration and innovation.

Netflix achieves record growth with 18.9m new subscribers in Q4

In Q4, the company gained 18.9m new subscribers, pushing its global total past 300m.

stc tv partners with LiveLike to boost viewer engagement

The LiveLike technology will allow for the latest interactive experiences on stc tv, including rewards system, watch parties and leaderboards, which have proven to boost users’ loyalty.

Radio Botswana upgrades to IP technology with Calrec’s Type R

Radio Botswana has updated its entire infrastructure to IP with the installation of a Calrec Type R mixing system across its 14-studio complex in Gaborne.

Reson8 Media and Fivefold Studios forge partnership

The partnership aims to bring next-gen technology and storytelling to the region and beyond.

Yango Play launches new music features

Driven by AI, this feature creates an immersive listening experience by analysing users' preferences, habits and favourite artists to curate streams tailored to their unique tastes.

Red Sea Fund 2024 invites applications for production cycle

Saudi Film Commission to launch ‘Saudi Film Nights’ in India

This initiative underscores the Kingdom’s ambition to establish itself as a prominent global cinema hub.

Sony Pictures Television appoints Keith Le Goy as Chairman

Prior to joining Sony in 1999, Le Goy was Disney’s vice president of sales for Europe.

Bringing the wild to the Middle East

Canadian production studio Blue Ant Media attended the Dubai International Content Market this year to strengthen partnerships and explore growth opportunities in the Middle East. Chiara McKee, VP of Global ...

David Fincher’s ‘Se7en’ returns to big screen across UAE and KSA

This remastered release offers fans an opportunity to experience the critically acclaimed thriller in detail, as it was meant to be seen on the big screen.

El Gouna Film Festival introduces CineGouna Market for networking

El Gouna Film Festival confirms dates for eighth edition

The upcoming edition seeks to offer an enhanced experience for filmmakers, industry professionals, media representatives and audiences.

H.I.G Capital acquires Kantar Media

January 21, 2025