El Gouna Film Festival 2023: Dedicates Special Program to Palestinian Cinema

After being previously postponed due to the tragic events unfolding in Gaza, the sixth edition of the Gouna Film Festival (GFF) is dedicating a special program ‘Window on Palestine’ to celebrate Palestinian cinema. Scheduled to run from 14 December until 21 December, this year’s special edition will see a collaboration between GFF and the Palestinian Film Institute (PFI) to showcase a selection of films on Palestine — inviting audiences to seep into the unseen lives and untold stories of the Palestinian people. “Through these compelling films, we aim to open a window into the rich and complex tapestry of Palestinian life. It is our hope that these stories will resonate with audiences, fostering empathy and understanding. By providing a platform for these voices, we contribute to a broader conversation about the shared human experiences that connect us all,” Festival Director Intishal Al Timimi said in a statement. The PFI was established in 2019 as a voluntary and independent non-profit organization that aims to amplify the voices of Palestinian film professionals and to develop, promote, and empower the Palestinian film industry regionally and internationally. Since its inception in 2017, the festival…

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