{"id":103231,"date":"2024-05-26T14:05:18","date_gmt":"2024-05-26T13:05:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jazairhope.org\/?p=103231"},"modified":"2024-05-26T14:05:22","modified_gmt":"2024-05-26T13:05:22","slug":"from-wyoming-to-batna-algeria-hidden-gem-film-festivals-from-around-the-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jazairhope.org\/en\/from-wyoming-to-batna-algeria-hidden-gem-film-festivals-from-around-the-world\/","title":{"rendered":"From Wyoming to Batna, Algeria, hidden gem film festivals from around the world"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph first-paragraph-letter\">The\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/tags\/cannes-film-festival\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cannes Film Festival<\/a>, which has been running since the 1940s, will start its 77th iteration on May 14. It has been a stalwart of cinematic achievement and exploration, highlighting momentous films and introducing audiences to up-and-coming directors.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">While festivals such as Cannes garner global attention annually, the celebration of film exists in locations all around the world \u2013 sometimes in the most unlikely of places. These festivals highlight important topics and are often found in picturesque locations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">From the Finnish countryside to the historical city of Kyoto, here are some hidden gem film festivals well worth the entry ticket.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading__StyledHeading-sc-1tkwsg-0 eIuBSO heading-element\"><b>Imedghassen Film Festival in Algeria<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"default__ConditionalLink-sc-1jtxuc8-3 fjHbZi decoration_none\">\n<figure><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-image width_100\" src=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/OFEX27D5HVHIJNRMH2J23OTWZQ.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=e48a867cb065fea5d1a7b3bed2af59ff2bb6ead7a8502ca5fcc5b3bcae0decd8&amp;width=400&amp;height=250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/OFEX27D5HVHIJNRMH2J23OTWZQ.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=e48a867cb065fea5d1a7b3bed2af59ff2bb6ead7a8502ca5fcc5b3bcae0decd8&amp;width=400&amp;height=250 400w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/OFEX27D5HVHIJNRMH2J23OTWZQ.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=e48a867cb065fea5d1a7b3bed2af59ff2bb6ead7a8502ca5fcc5b3bcae0decd8&amp;width=600&amp;height=375 600w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/OFEX27D5HVHIJNRMH2J23OTWZQ.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=e48a867cb065fea5d1a7b3bed2af59ff2bb6ead7a8502ca5fcc5b3bcae0decd8&amp;width=1000&amp;height=625 1000w\" alt=\"Imedghassen Film Festival has taken place in Algeria since 2009. Photo: Imedghassen Film Festival\" width=\"400\" height=\"250\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" \/><figcaption>Imedghassen Film Festival has taken place in Algeria since 2009. Photo: Imedghassen Film Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Since 2009, Batna in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/arts-culture\/art\/remembering-algerian-artist-baya-she-was-a-very-gentle-kind-and-caring-person-1.1181871\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Algeria<\/a>\u00a0has geared up annually for the gathering of filmmakers and enthusiasts at the Imedghassen International Film Festival.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Organised by the El Lemssa Cultural Cooperative, the festival is held in May and hosts filmmakers, actors and industry professionals from Africa and around the world.<\/p>\n<div class=\"arcad-container\">\n<div id=\"arcad_7925\" class=\"arcad ad-1x1\" data-google-query-id=\"CLO5j4ewq4YDFYMrBgAdcIMOAg\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/21886051327\/TN\/arts-culture_3__container__\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The event is named in honour of the ancient Numidian mausoleum of Imedghassen, located near the city. It is known as the oldest royal tomb in the Maghreb. Through this homage, the festival pays recognition to both Berber culture&#8217;s rich heritage and the Aures region&#8217;s historical importance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Last year, the festival screened 21 films from 20 countries for competition, with some of the top prizes going to Egypt&#8217;s Maggie Kamal for her film\u00a0<i>Microbus<\/i>\u00a0and Algeria&#8217;s Ismael Lakehal for\u00a0<i>Mon Destin<\/i>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">This year&#8217;s event will run from May 11 to 15 and feature more than 170 film screenings, 21 of which will be in competition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Travelling to the Imedghassen International Film Festival is a great opportunity to watch films from North Africa \u2013 with a particular spotlight on works from the host country \u2013 that may not be screened anywhere else.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading__StyledHeading-sc-1tkwsg-0 eIuBSO heading-element\"><b>Huhtamo International Film Festival in Finland<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"default__ConditionalLink-sc-1jtxuc8-3 fjHbZi decoration_none\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-image width_100\" src=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/E4TLV4LCTNGOPHPVRHT5ZEWHZI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=738454f89123d930288ded7f979044964f45005d2cdca791bfbe7455de46d1f7&amp;width=400&amp;height=266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/E4TLV4LCTNGOPHPVRHT5ZEWHZI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=738454f89123d930288ded7f979044964f45005d2cdca791bfbe7455de46d1f7&amp;width=400&amp;height=266 400w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/E4TLV4LCTNGOPHPVRHT5ZEWHZI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=738454f89123d930288ded7f979044964f45005d2cdca791bfbe7455de46d1f7&amp;width=600&amp;height=399 600w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/E4TLV4LCTNGOPHPVRHT5ZEWHZI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=738454f89123d930288ded7f979044964f45005d2cdca791bfbe7455de46d1f7&amp;width=1000&amp;height=665 1000w\" alt=\"Huhtamo International Film Festival in Finland could return in 2025 after dealing with governmental funding cuts. Photo: Huhtamo International Film Festival\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" \/><figcaption>Huhtamo International Film Festival in Finland could return in 2025 after dealing with governmental funding cuts. Photo: Huhtamo International Film Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"arcad-container\">\n<div id=\"arcad_6\" class=\"arcad ad-300x250\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Located 160km from the capital city of Helsinki, the quiet town of Huhtamo plays host to the Huhtamo International Film Festival every July, offering a serene green paradise for cinema lovers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">While the weather can be extremely cold in the winter months, Finland enjoys clear, sunny days in the summer, perfect for days spent outside in the countryside. This festival takes advantage of the beautiful weather by hosting outdoor screenings under the stars, bringing people together for a unique cinematic experience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Finland has a rich history of cinema, with directors such as Aki Kaurismaki, Jorn Donner and Renny Harlin producing film classics such as\u00a0<i>The Other Side of Hope<\/i>,\u00a0<i>Three Scenes with Ingmar Bergman<\/i>\u00a0and\u00a0<i>Die Hard 2<\/i>, respectively. While Helsinki also hosts an annual film festival, Huhtamo\u2019s provides a more intimate setting and unique experience for cinephiles.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Following last year&#8217;s event, its director posted an open letter on its Facebook page condemning funding cuts for public arts, from which the festival benefits. No concrete dates are in place for the festival to take place this year, and it&#8217;s looking like the organisers are aiming to return in 2025 instead.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">During the last year&#8217;s festival, an eclectic programme of films were screened, including future classics\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/arts-culture\/film-tv\/2023\/07\/17\/oppenheimer-interview-cillian-murphy-christopher-nolan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i>Oppenheimer<\/i><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<i>Top Gun: Maverick<\/i>, as well as cult favourites such as\u00a0<i>Eraserhead<\/i>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading__StyledHeading-sc-1tkwsg-0 eIuBSO heading-element\"><b>Wyoming International Film Festival in the US<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"default__ConditionalLink-sc-1jtxuc8-3 fjHbZi decoration_none\">\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-image width_100\" src=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/EVMRWQROXRFTZFP6HY3KE22YJI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=28f366f71793633a58ec04be23ef572dcc6eb3c0664d488837cf7dce8c08f461&amp;width=400&amp;height=300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/EVMRWQROXRFTZFP6HY3KE22YJI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=28f366f71793633a58ec04be23ef572dcc6eb3c0664d488837cf7dce8c08f461&amp;width=400&amp;height=300 400w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/EVMRWQROXRFTZFP6HY3KE22YJI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=28f366f71793633a58ec04be23ef572dcc6eb3c0664d488837cf7dce8c08f461&amp;width=600&amp;height=450 600w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/EVMRWQROXRFTZFP6HY3KE22YJI.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=28f366f71793633a58ec04be23ef572dcc6eb3c0664d488837cf7dce8c08f461&amp;width=1000&amp;height=750 1000w\" alt=\"The Wyoming International Film Festival is a five-day celebration of indie film in the old west. Photo: Wyoming International Film Festival\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" \/><figcaption>The Wyoming International Film Festival is a five-day celebration of indie film in the old west. Photo: Wyoming International Film Festival<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Known for being the least populated US state, Wyoming isn\u2019t the first place that comes to mind when thinking of lively film festivals. The entire state has little more than 500,000 inhabitants, yet hundreds travel every year to the city of Cheyenne to experience films together.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Beginning in 2010, the festival has grown in size and reputation over the years, becoming a must-attend event for film lovers from the surrounding states. The event is set to start on July 9 for five days of screenings, Q&amp;As and live music.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Last year, a little-known indie film won in the Best Narrative Feature category and is one of this year\u2019s most anticipated and well-talked-about movies \u2013\u00a0<i>Hundreds of Beavers<\/i>\u00a0by Mike Cheslik is an example of what audiences can expect to see at the festival, giving it a launch pad to global recognition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The event is also a prime opportunity to highlight the best of cinema from its native state, having set up a competition category specifically for films or filmmakers from<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/lifestyle\/travel\/a-taste-of-the-wild-west-visiting-wyoming-s-remote-red-reflet-ranch-1.712035\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0Wyoming<\/a>, or about the state.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading__StyledHeading-sc-1tkwsg-0 eIuBSO heading-element\"><b>Il Cinema Ritrovato in Italy<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"default__ConditionalLink-sc-1jtxuc8-3 fjHbZi decoration_none\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-image width_100\" src=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/MLKEDE7WQRAKZFWW4NBAUHV6FM.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=0ef5d1b4e295a53ae707bce018690f16c0a1f97f60a020ccdacdfc34221202e6&amp;width=400&amp;height=266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/MLKEDE7WQRAKZFWW4NBAUHV6FM.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=0ef5d1b4e295a53ae707bce018690f16c0a1f97f60a020ccdacdfc34221202e6&amp;width=400&amp;height=266 400w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/MLKEDE7WQRAKZFWW4NBAUHV6FM.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=0ef5d1b4e295a53ae707bce018690f16c0a1f97f60a020ccdacdfc34221202e6&amp;width=600&amp;height=399 600w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/MLKEDE7WQRAKZFWW4NBAUHV6FM.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=0ef5d1b4e295a53ae707bce018690f16c0a1f97f60a020ccdacdfc34221202e6&amp;width=1000&amp;height=665 1000w\" alt=\"The city of Bologna, Italy, becomes a haven for film fans every summer as they flock to watch the best movies at Il Cinema Ritrovato festival. Getty Images\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" \/><figcaption>The city of Bologna, Italy, becomes a haven for film fans every summer as they flock to watch the best movies at Il Cinema Ritrovato festival. Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/lifestyle\/travel\/great-italian-food-and-lack-of-overtourism-why-bologna-is-a-must-visit-1.908821\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bologna<\/a>, Italy, is home to one of the most important and prolific film restoration labs in the world, the Cineteca di Bologna. The centre serves as both an archive to preserve old films and a place to restore them to 21st-century standards, allowing them to be screened again.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The Italian city is also home to the beloved classic film festival Il Cinema Ritrovato, which translates to found cinema. Every summer, cinephiles from around the world mark their calendars and book plane tickets and hotel rooms to enjoy newly restored films.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Bologna comes alive during the 10 summer days when the festival is on, with cinema\u2019s greatest filmmakers and actors passing through to enjoy the festival as spectators. In the past, names like Martin Scorsese and Dario Argento have hosted screenings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The festival is also a chance to view films screened in their original format, whether 35mm or 70mm. Audiences can experience unique screenings rarely found elsewhere.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The joy of Il Cinema Ritrovato festival comes from being surrounded by other people who share the joy and passion of cinema \u2013 not just the latest blockbusters but also the history and pillars of the art form.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading__StyledHeading-sc-1tkwsg-0 eIuBSO heading-element\"><b>Kyoto Historica International Film Festival in Japan<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"default__ConditionalLink-sc-1jtxuc8-3 fjHbZi decoration_none\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-image width_100\" src=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/GG2HSHO55VHUBOY52PIXYME6QA.jpeg?smart=true&amp;auth=4d1056e1ee3cf3d1d3f777a72018429ec4f1527f09d8f17fd24880307c640cfd&amp;width=400&amp;height=225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/GG2HSHO55VHUBOY52PIXYME6QA.jpeg?smart=true&amp;auth=4d1056e1ee3cf3d1d3f777a72018429ec4f1527f09d8f17fd24880307c640cfd&amp;width=400&amp;height=225 400w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/GG2HSHO55VHUBOY52PIXYME6QA.jpeg?smart=true&amp;auth=4d1056e1ee3cf3d1d3f777a72018429ec4f1527f09d8f17fd24880307c640cfd&amp;width=600&amp;height=337 600w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/GG2HSHO55VHUBOY52PIXYME6QA.jpeg?smart=true&amp;auth=4d1056e1ee3cf3d1d3f777a72018429ec4f1527f09d8f17fd24880307c640cfd&amp;width=1000&amp;height=562 1000w\" alt=\"The Kyoto Historica International Film Festival in Japan takes place at the Kyoto Museum and focuses on historical films. Photo: Kyoto Historica\" width=\"400\" height=\"225\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" \/><figcaption>The Kyoto Historica International Film Festival in Japan takes place at the Kyoto Museum and focuses on historical films. Photo: Kyoto Historica<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/travel\/2023\/12\/13\/travel-trends-japan-destinations-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Japan<\/a>\u00a0has myriad important and entertaining film festivals. Some focus on anime or modern films, while others are major international festivals with entrants from all over the world.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">In the beautiful and preserved city of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/travel\/2024\/04\/11\/japan-travel-walking-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kyoto<\/a>, film fans are immersed in history and culture with a festival that focuses on those themes. The Kyoto Historica International Film Festival screens movies that celebrate heritage, inviting attendees to experience work from masters such as Akira Kurosawa as well as other Japanese period classics.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The festival also highlights newer films that tell historical stories, creating a narrative through time of how cultures evolve and change on camera.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Held at the Museum of Kyoto, usually in the last week of January depending on the weather, the festival is a great chance to get fully engrossed in history in a setting that supports the feeling.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading__StyledHeading-sc-1tkwsg-0 eIuBSO heading-element\"><b>International Festival of Cinema and Common Memory in Morocco<\/b><\/h2>\n<div class=\"default__ConditionalLink-sc-1jtxuc8-3 fjHbZi decoration_none\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"c-image width_100 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/CLDRDNBID5FYLLSFYQTNQ3QRQU.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=3bb111b8302351be7be1bf9c2b9e1c2b7178a69c2f286f134b2ccba65574ed77&amp;width=400&amp;height=300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/CLDRDNBID5FYLLSFYQTNQ3QRQU.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=3bb111b8302351be7be1bf9c2b9e1c2b7178a69c2f286f134b2ccba65574ed77&amp;width=400&amp;height=300 400w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/CLDRDNBID5FYLLSFYQTNQ3QRQU.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=3bb111b8302351be7be1bf9c2b9e1c2b7178a69c2f286f134b2ccba65574ed77&amp;width=600&amp;height=450 600w, https:\/\/thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com\/resizer\/v2\/CLDRDNBID5FYLLSFYQTNQ3QRQU.jpg?smart=true&amp;auth=3bb111b8302351be7be1bf9c2b9e1c2b7178a69c2f286f134b2ccba65574ed77&amp;width=1000&amp;height=750 1000w\" alt=\"The International Festival of Cinema and Common Memory takes place in the city of Nador, Morocco, with the next set to focus on environmental films. Photo: Festival International de Cinema et Memoire Commune\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" data-chromatic=\"ignore\" \/><figcaption>The International Festival of Cinema and Common Memory takes place in the city of Nador, Morocco, with the next set to focus on environmental films. Photo: Festival International de Cinema et Memoire Commune<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The city of Nador in Morocco\u2019s north-eastern region is home to the International Festival of Cinema and Common Memory.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Organised by The Centre for Common Memory of Democracy and Peace \u2013 a national advocate for human rights and universal values \u2013 the festival will return from October 5 to 11 and focus on the importance of a sustainable\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/arts-culture\/books\/2024\/04\/22\/earth-day-2024-books-to-read\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">environment<\/a>\u00a0for quality living.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">The festival aims to raise awareness of environmental challenges through art, notably cinema. Documentary submissions are encouraged to explore topics such as global warming, biodiversity loss and pollution, while short and feature films are invited to delve into memory, human rights and contemporary issues with innovative approaches.<\/p>\n<div class=\"default__StyledReadMore-sc-16xj0sk-0 jOFucy\">\n<div class=\"read_more_container margin-lg-right float_left margin-sm-bottom padding-xxs-top margin-xs-top border border_solid border_top border_color_grey read_more_container-width \">\n<div class=\"read_more_title font_family_acumin_pro_condensed_bold font_16 font_uppercase margin-xs-bottom\">READ MORE<\/div>\n<div id=\"story-container0\" class=\"story-container\">\n<div class=\"padding-xs-bottom\"><a class=\"font_family_acumin_pro_condensed_bold font_color_blue_4 decoration_none font_18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thenationalnews.com\/arts-culture\/2024\/05\/02\/eid-al-adha-2024-the-biggest-films-coming-to-cinemas-in-the-middle-east\/\">Eid Al Adha 2024: The biggest films coming to cinemas in the Middle East<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">With the theme The Memory of the Sky and the Ground, the festival seeks to inspire action and foster dialogue on critical environmental issues facing humanity by harnessing the power of cinema.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-1jtxuc8-1 jQghZF body-paragraph\">Film students and burgeoning filmmakers from North Africa and the rest of the world are encouraged to submit their environmental films and allow for the discussion to grow, leading to potential solutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The\u00a0Cannes Film Festival, which has been running since the 1940s, will start its 77th iteration on May 14. 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