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Egypt Today
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
My Brother, My Brother' Makes History as First Egyptian Film to Win Oscar-Qualifying Golden Gate Award
In a groundbreaking achievement for Egyptian cinema, the animated short film My Brother, My Brother has made history by becoming the first Egyptian film to win the prestigious Oscar-qualifying Golden Gate Award at the San Francisco International Film Festival. This emotional and visually stunning film captured the hearts of the jury with its powerful storytelling and unique artistic vision, marking a proud moment for the Arab world on the global stage and paving the way for more recognition of Egyptian talent in international animation. My Brother, My Brother is directed by Abdelrahman Dnewar.
CairoScene
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Egyptian Short Wins Historic Award at San Francisco Film Festival
'My Brother My Brother' has become the first Egyptian film to win the Golden Gate Award for Best Animated Short. May 04, 2025 'My Brother, My Brother', an animated short by Egyptian filmmakers Abdelrahman and Saad Dnewar, has made history as the first Egyptian film to win the Golden Gate Award for Best Animated Short at the 68th San Francisco International Film Festival. Blending 2D animation with live-action footage, 'My Brother, My Brother' follows the emotional journey of identical twins Omar and Wesam as they reflect on a life once shared. Told through a dual narrative, the film moves from the safety of the womb to the moment of their forced separation, capturing a quiet, layered portrait of grief and memory. Since its world premiere at the International Film Festival Rotterdam in February 2025, the film has been selected by 14 international festivals and has secured four awards, including a Jury Special Mention at the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival.
