We are witnessing a renaissance of Arab cinema with a much wider range of sophisticated films tackling a variety of topics and receiving much critical acclaim. There is also a rising number of talented young Arab filmmakers and a growing international audience appreciating these works. Join us for a panel of guest film directors and Arab film experts discussing the latest developments in Arab cinema and what we can expect in the future.
Panelists include:
Lubna Bagsair, director of the short film Astray (United Arab Emirates)
Amr El-Bayoumi, star of the short film The Visit (USA)