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ARAB World Institute Marks Youssef Chahine Centenary in Paris

A four-day programme in Paris revisits Youssef Chahine’s films and legacy through screenings and panel discussions.

The Arab World Institute (IMA) in Paris is marking the centenary of Youssef Chahine with a four-day programme running from January 22nd to 25th, bringing together film screenings and critical discussions dedicated to his legacy.

Across 38 feature films produced between 1950 and 2007, Chahine moved fluidly between comedy and melodrama, historical epics and political allegories, musicals and autobiographical narratives – often blending multiple forms within a single work. Emerging during the golden age of Egyptian cinema in the 1950s, he remains one of the most influential figures in the country’s film history, shaping both its artistic language and its engagement with politics, identity, and society.

On Thursday, January 22nd, the programme opens at 7:00 PM with a panel, ‘Youssef Chahine: Portrait and Legacies’, featuring Yousry Nasrallah, Marianne Khoury, and Rashid Masharawi, moderated by Jean-Michel Frodon. The evening continues at 8:30 PM with a screening of ‘Life After Siham’ by Namir Abdel Messeeh.

Then, on Friday, January 23rd, the conversation shifts to ‘Youssef Chahine and the Power of Women’, with Sharon Hakim, Hind Meddeb, and Viviane Candas, moderated by Jean-Michel Frodon at 7:00 PM. At 8:00 PM, the night moves into screenings with Chahine’s ‘The Sixth Day’.

A double screening day begins with ‘Destiny’ at 4:30 PM, followed by ‘The Emigrant’ at 7:30 PM on Saturday, January 24th.

Sunday, January 25th will see the final day start at 3:00 PM with ‘Youssef Chahine and Me: Unpublished Testimonies & Encounters’, featuring Jack Lang, Abdallah Taïa, Houda Ibrahim, and Dominique Bax, moderated by Thierry Jousse. Screenings follow with ‘The Land’ at 4:00 PM, then ‘The Sparrow’ at 6:00 PM to close out the programme.

You can book all screenings and panels on the Arab World Institute website.

source/content: scenenow.com (headline edited)

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ARAB: 12 Arab Films to Steal Spotlight at 2024 Venice Film Festival

The films tell stories of hopes, dreams, and challenges from the Arab world.

Arab cinema is about to make waves as the 81st Venice Film Festival rolls out the red carpet. 

Running from August 28 to September 7, this year’s Venice International Film Festival will feature 12 Arab films backed by the Doha Film Institute.

These movies will light up key sections of the festival, including Orrizonti and Orrizonti Shorts, and make waves at Critics Week, Giornate degli Autori, Final Cut, and the Venice Gap-Financing Market.

These selections showcase the rich diversity of the region, bringing unique stories from Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Tunisia, and Yemen into the spotlight.

Highlights include “My Father’s Scent” by Mohamed Siam, featuring Egyptian star Ahmed Malek, “Aïcha” by Mehdi Barsaoui, and “Sudan, Remember Us” by Hind Meddeb, which offers a powerful portrayal of a generation’s fight for freedom through words, poems, and chants.

“We are proud to continue a successful festival season with a strong showcase of films by Arab talent at Venice,” stated Fatma Hassan Alremaihi, chief executive officer of the Doha Film Institute.

“Our mission is to support independent creators in cinema, and the compelling selection at Venice is a testament to our commitment to shed light on stories that transcend borders and present unique perspectives. We hope these films receive the acclaim and attention they deserve,” she added.

The 2024 Venice International Film Festival is set to showcase a diverse array of Arab cinema. 

In the Orizzonti category, the festival will present “Aïcha” directed by Mehdi Barsaoui and “Happy Holidays” by Scandar Copti. The Orizzonti Shorts category will meanwhile include “Shadows” by Rand Beiruty.

“Sudan, Remember Us,” directed by Hind Meddeb, will be showcased in the Giornate degli Autori section. Critics’ Week will highlight “Perfumed with Mint” by Muhammed Hamdy.

The Final Cut section will present several notable films, including “Aisha Can’t Fly Away” by Morad Mostafa, “In This Darkness I See You” by Nadim Tabet, “My Father’s Scent” by Mohamed Siam, and “Those Who Watch Over” by Karima Saidi.

Finally, the Venice Gap-Financing Market will feature “Marie & Jolie” by Erige Sehiri, “The Station” by Sara Ishaq, and “Theft Of Fire” by Amer Shomali.

With a lineup that promises to dazzle and surprise, these films are set to turn heads and set new standards.

source/content: moroccoworldnews.com (headline edited)

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12 Arab Films to Steal Spotlight at 2024 @ Venice Film Festival

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