Reviving the Spirit of ‘Sahr El Layali’: A Call for Meaningful Entertainment
Circumstances led me to watch a truly remarkable artistic encounter: the programme Sahr El Layali, directed by Jameel Moghazi. This show brought together giants of the art world such as Sid Makkawi, Ahmed Adawiya, Najah El-Mogi, Mohamed Fouad, Nadia Mustafa,
Egypt’s mid-year box office showdown
As winter’s chill blankets the city, cinemas transform into battlegrounds for cinematic pre-eminence. With new releases competing for attention, each film promises a unique narrative and unforgettable moments. Directors and actors, like knights jousting for the spotlight, are all aiming
Egyptian cinema in 2024: Pivotal year of innovation, diversity
In 2024, Egyptian cinema saw a notable surge in both creativity and experimentation, offering a diverse range of films across genres such as comedy, drama, thriller, and action. However, the quality of these works varied widely, sparking lively debates among
A Review of Red Sea Film Festival 2024
The fourth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah delivered a dazzling cinematic celebration, redefining the landscape of regional film festivals and capturing global attention with its artistic diversity and star-studded presence. This year’s event showcased an
4th Red Sea International Film Festival concludes with celebrations of artistic excellence, social impact
The 4th edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival drew to a close today, capping off an exceptional week of cinematic celebration and award distributions. Over the past several days, film enthusiasts were treated to a captivating array of
The Sand Castle’: Family drama premieres at Red Sea Film Festival
The Red Sea International Film Festival hosted the world premiere of “The Sand Castle” (working title: Behind the Wave), a captivating family drama featuring a stellar cast of Arab cinema’s leading lights. The film’s premiere was a glamorous affair, drawing
Sawsan Badr: Journey of Creativity, Courage in Cinema
Renowned for her profound artistry and unwavering commitment to creativity, Sawsan Badr has long been a celebrated figure in the world of cinema and television. Known as “the Nefertiti of Egyptian cinema,” Badr views her artistic journey as a continuous
CIFF stands in solidarity with Palestinian, Lebanese people: Festival’s chief
Daily News Egypt has interviewed Hussein Fahmy, the veteran Egyptian actor and president of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), to learn about this year’s edition of the CIFF and his insights on the festival’s role in the local film
Egyptian cinema: Analyzing decline, charting path forward
Despite the numerous cinematic productions and various works that have emerged since the beginning of 2024, including high-budget films like “Al-Sarb,” “Awlad Rizk 3,” “Shako,” and “Ahl Al-Kahf,” which have attracted millions of devoted fans of Egyptian cinema both domestically
Honouring heroes: The legacy of martyrdom in Arab cinema
Thousands of martyrs from Gaza and, more recently, southern Lebanon have joined the extensive and honourable list etched in the annals of history. They stand alongside figures like Hamza, Ali, Omar, and Uthman, and the martyrs of Badr, Hattin, Ain