Casablanca Arab Film Festival honors Hussein Fahmy in its 5th edition
The Casablanca Arab Film Festival is set to honor the President of the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF), actor Hussein Fahmy, in its 5th edition granting him the Special Creativity Award in recognition of his rich cinematic career, as well as his extraordinary contribution to the Egyptian and Arab film industry for more than half […]
Protocol of Cooperation between CIFF and China Media Group
Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) announced the signing of a joint Protocol of Cooperation with China Media Group to enhance cooperation and exchange in cinema-related areas, development of joint content on international films in both countries, as well as sharing views, and exchange of artistic and cultural expertise, professional guests, films, and juries in light […]
CIFF Announces Specialized Workshops to Support Filmmakers
CIFF Announces Specialized Workshops to Support Filmmakers The Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) announces organizing a number of workshops, on the sidelines of its 45th edition due to take place from 13th to 22nd of November, within the framework of the festival’s support and development of the cinema industry, as well as its contribution to […]
CIFF supports Arab Cinema in its 45th edition
The Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) announced its strong support to Arab Cinema both financially and artistically, in addition to expanding participation among film makers during the upcoming 45th edition of the festival which will be held from the 13th to the 22nd of November. This year, all Arab films participating in the various competitions […]
15 Projects From 8 Arab Countries in the Tenth CFC
The Cairo Film Connection (CFC) announced the projects that have been chosen to take part in the tenth edition of Cairo Film Industry Days, scheduled to take place within the proceedings of the 45th CIFF, which will be held from 15 to 24 November. Basically, the list includes 15 cinematic projects from 8 countries in post-production […]
Cairo International Film Festival congratulates the great Hungarian Director Béla Tarr
Cairo International Film Festival congratulates the great Hungarian Director Béla Tarr who’s set to receive the Honorary Award as the Academy President and Board of the European Film Awards. Worth mentioning Béla Tarr received the Career Achievement Award at the 44th Edition of Cairo International Film Festival Béla Tarr is an award-winning film director, producer, and screenwriter. […]
CIFF 45th edition to feature 24 Egyptian and Arab films
This year, the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) will showcase a significant and rich selection of Egyptian and Arab films, constituting nearly a quarter of the festival’s programme. These selections encompass a diverse range of Arabic films, including world premieres and internationally acclaimed films that have garnered public and critical acclaim at various international film […]
CIFF names Danis Tanović President of the International Competition Jury at its 45th edition
As the 45th edition of the Cairo International Film Festival approaches, it is with great pleasure that we unveil the appointment of the renowned Bosnian director Danis Tanović as the president of the Official Competition Jury. This choice is made in a concerted effort to draw in prominent figures from the global film industry to […]
CIFF Celebrates Short Films in Its 45th Edition
Featuring a cash prize of $5,000 for the best Arab short film awarded by Drosos Foundation… The competition’s opening ceremony will showcase a number of films participating in the festival’s short films’ official competition as the program’s opening films. A non-competitive section will be dedicated to showcasing the latest works of promising Egyptian filmmakers. Over […]
14 International Films That Are Worth the Wait at the 45th CIFF 2023
In preparation for its 45th edition, set to be held from November 15 to 24, Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has set multiple objectives. These include showcasing the most recent international films that participated in prestigious film festivals and gained significant recognition from both audiences and critics. Additionally, the festival aims to highlight the importance […]