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Emerging Arab Filmmakers Gather for a Special Discussion at Egyptian Pavilion During Cannes 78

Ali abo deshish As part of the activities at the Egyptian Pavilion in the Cannes Film Market 2025, critic Mohamed Sayed Abdel Rahim, director of Cairo Industry Days, moderated a discussion titled "The New Wave: Highlighting Emerging Arab Filmmakers." The session focused on showcasing the contributions of the new generation of Arab filmmakers in reshaping Arab cinema and how festivals can support these emerging talents to achieve global success. The session featured several Arab filmmakers who have made significant achievements at international film festivals. Regarding the session, critic Mohamed Sayed Abdel Rahim stated to the press center of Cairo International Film Festival: "This session was a unique opportunity to highlight the new generation of Arab filmmakers, who have achieved remarkable accomplishments at top-tier festivals. Supporting these talents by festivals is vital to ensure the continued development of Arab cinema." He added: "The session addressed the representation of the new generation of filmmakers, the challenges they face, their relationship with local cinema and international festivals, and how they can balance self-expression while delivering works that reach a broader global audience." Participants in the session included Egyptian director Murad Mustafa, director of the film "Aisha Can't Fly Away" which is being showcased this year at Cannes. He previously presented his short film "Eissa" at the Critics' Week in 2023, where it won several awards. "Aisha Can't Fly Away" marks the latest Egyptian entry in the official competition after nine years since the film "Clash." Producer Ahmed Amer, who participated in the production of "Aisha Can't Fly Away" as well as in the production of the Palestinian film "Once Upon a Time in Gaza" also screened this year at Cannes, directed by brothers Nasser and Tarazan. The film is considered part of the new Palestinian cinematic movement. Also participating was Lebanese director Michelle Keserwany, who, along with her sister Noelle, won the Golden Bear at Berlin Film Festival for their short film 'Les chenilles' ('Caterpillars' in English) two years ago. Additionally, Lebanese director Leila Basma, whose film "Salt of the Sea" was showcased at Venice Film Festival two years ago and traveled to several important festivals, enhancing her presence in the international cinematic landscape. Saudi director Tawfiq Al-Ziyadi, whose film "Norah" was featured last year in the "Un Certain Regard" section at Cannes, became the first Saudi film to be screened at the festival, marking a significant achievement for Saudi cinema. It is worth noting that the Egyptian Pavilion at Cannes Film Market 2025 (Marché du Film) is organized jointly by the Cairo International Film Festival, El Gouna Film Festival, and the Egyptian Film Center (EFC). It has won the award for "Best Pavilion Design" among. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies