CANNES—**The curtains have officially come down on the 79th Cannes Film Festival, concluding a spectacular twelve-day marathon of world cinema that culminated in a thrilling
Author: Raghda Safwat
From Spectator to Main Stage: Laila Eloui Retraces Her Definitive Journey Through Cannes
CANNES — Raghda Safwat Egyptian box-office draw Laila Eloui treats cinema as a year-round masterclass. Driven by an enduring appetite for the medium and a
Dhafer L’Abidine at Cannes: “Co-Productions Must Strictly Serve the Creator’s Vision to Birth Authentic Stories”
CANNES — Raghda Safwat In a packed session at the Marché du Film, prominent MENA creators and industry leaders gathered to dissect the shifting
Following the World Premiere In Competition in Cannes, HOPE Achieves the Highest Overseas Pre-Sales in Korean Film History
HOPE, the highly anticipated sci-fi thriller from acclaimed director Na Hong-jin, has shattered industry records at the 79th Cannes Film Festival, securing distribution in more
Hany Salama in Cannes After 30 Years: Charting His Early Artistic Steps and the Nostalgia of Al-Maseer and Al-Akhar
CANNES – By Raghda Safwat In an industry where stardom can be fleeting, few actors maintain a enduring market value and a loyal fanbase that
The Grand Illusion: The Truth Behind Tom Hardy’s Alleged Ousting
In recent hours, social media platforms and entertainment news outlets have been abuzz with sensational rumors claiming that British star Tom Hardy was abruptly fired
Tarek Alarian Joins Global Industry Leaders at Cannes to Talk Arab Cinema’s International Rise
CANNES — Raghda Safwat The global film industry is witnessing a seismic shift as Arab talent breaks traditional barriers, a panel of leading regional creators
Heidelberg: Striking the Perfect Balance in a 24-Hour Escape to Germany’s Romantic Heartland
Nestled within the emerald embrace of the Neckar River Valley, Heidelberg remains a rare jewel in Germany’s cultural crown. Having largely escaped the devastation of
Universal Emotions and Rational Budgets: How Arab Cinema is Evolving for Global Audiences
CANNES — Raghda Safwat The traditional metrics of commercial success in Middle Eastern cinema are undergoing a profound maturity phase, industry leaders concluded at a
Sandy Awad Commands the Cannes Spotlight with Historic Haute Couture Debut
In a major career milestone, acclaimed Lebanese actress and producer Sandy Awad made a spectacular entrance into the world of haute couture, launching her first-ever
