Arab Film Festival opens in Morocco with strong Saudi presence
The seventh Arab Film Festival has opened in Casablanca, featuring Saudi films in the official competitions.
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AIOrganizers of the Arab Film Festival announced that the seventh edition began yesterday in Casablanca, Morocco, with 29 films competing in the festival’s two official competitions, including three Saudi entries.
The statement noted that the Saudi films participating are “A Matter of Life or Death,” “Bab,” and “Against Cinema,” all vying among the works showcased at the festival, which runs until July 24.
The organizing committee added that this edition features 12 feature-length narrative and documentary films, along with 17 short films, in addition to screenings outside the official competition.
In addition, the festival will honor several Arab filmmakers in recognition of their contributions to the development of Arab cinema.