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DFI makes MENA history at Cannes with official Selection Films

DFI co-financed projects “About Dry Grasses” and “Club Zero” join debut feature “Banel E Adama” in prestigious competition category. The Doha Film Institute (DFI) has achieved a milestone in the…

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Culture

Qumra spotlights Arab filmmakers, offers world-renowned master classes

Qumra 2023 kicks off in MIA with world-renowned masters while highlighting the region’s rising talents. The Doha Film Institute (DFI) kicked off its annual talent incubator event, Qumra 2023, on…

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The Doha Film Experience 2022: a cultural showcase of creativity

DFI’s celebration of the landmark Qatar-MENASA Year of Culture takes place at the Museum of Islamic Art with a captivating selection of short and feature films. As Qatar welcomes the…

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Hispanic film festival to kick off in Katara next month

The month aims to recognise the achievements and contributions of Hispanic Americans around the world. Katara is set to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month by hosting a film festival that celebrates…

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Culture

Five DFI-funded films to screen at Rotterdam’s Arab Film Festival

Qatar’s young filmmakers have yet again proven their talents. Another year, another selection! Five Doha Film Institute-funded films have wooed the judges and were selected to be part of the…

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Ready to Press Play? Qatar’s biggest Ajyal Film Festival returns with exciting new elements

Ajyal Film Festival is back with more in-person activities as Qatar continues to ease Covid-19 restrictions. Doha Film Institute is set to launch its ninth edition of Ajyal Film Festival…

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Qatar to host European Drive-In Film Festival

The festival will showcase a variety of foreign language films. Qatar’s residents can experience another drive-in film festival, this time showcasing foreign language films. The European Drive-In Film Festival will…

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Experience the Magic of Cinema at the First-Ever Hybrid Edition of the 8th Ajyal Film Festival – From Home or on the Big Screen

Seven international feature films including Majid Majidi’s acclaimed Sun Children screened in-person as part of Ajyal public programme The Doha Film Institute’s (DFI) 8th Ajyal Film Festival returns for audiences of all…

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Life

‘Fearless’ Speed Sisters documentary to premiere at DFI film festival

The documentary, filmed in Palestine, defies Arab and gender stereotypes as viewers follow the Middle East’s first female motor racing team compete to win championships and freedom.

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