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Egypt Today
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Adel Emam to Receive Tribute at 5th Egyptian American Film Festival
The Egyptian American Film Festival is set to return for its fifth edition from October 31 to November 4, 2025, with expanded programming and a heartfelt tribute to legendary Egyptian actor Adel Emam. Taking place in New York, New Jersey, and—for the first time—Tennessee, the festival will honor Emam's extraordinary career and enduring impact on Arab cinema. A dedicated segment, The Leader's Films, will feature a curated selection of Emam's most iconic movies, such as Toyour al-Zalam, Al-Erhabi, Al-Ghoul, Al-Mansi, Al-Erhab we Al-Kabab, Al-Ensan Ya'eesh Marra Waheda, and Al-Avocado. This retrospective ties into the 2025 festival theme, Cinema for Humanity, spotlighting cinema's power to inspire and reflect societal change. Launched in 2021, the festival was created to amplify Egyptian, Arab, and African voices in American cinema and promote cross-cultural dialogue. This year's celebration of Adel Emam will be the festival's highlight, recognizing his unparalleled contribution to the arts and his influence across generations of viewers and filmmakers alike.
CairoScene
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Adel Emam to Be Honoured at Fifth Egyptian American Film Festival
The festival returns with new awards, a broader reach, and a tribute to one of Arab cinema's most enduring icons. May 09, 2025 Adel Emam will be honoured at the fifth edition of the Egyptian American Film Festival, set to run from October 31st to November 4th, 2025. Held across New York, New Jersey, and, for the first time, Tennessee, this year's edition will celebrate Emam's remarkable legacy as a defining figure in Egyptian and Arab cinema. A special programme titled 'The Leader's Films' will showcase some of his most influential works, including 'Toyour al-Zalam', 'Al-Erhabi', 'Al-Ghoul', 'Al-Mansi', 'Al-Erhab we Al-Kabab', 'Al-Ensan Ya'eesh Marra Waheda', and 'Al-Avocado'. The retrospective complements the festival's 2025 theme, 'Cinema for Humanity', which highlights the role of film in shaping and reflecting social values. Founded in 2021, the Egyptian American Film Festival aims to elevate the visibility of Egyptian, Arab, and African cinema in the United States while fostering cultural exchange through film. Alongside competitions, workshops, and curated screenings, this year's homage to Emam stands as the festival's centrepiece—acknowledging his lasting influence on generations of audiences and filmmakers worldwide.
