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“Ghosts” chase Syrian war criminals at the Cannes Film Festival

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I am Um Shahin, I am in the program "Moed Feek" where we review the highlights of the 7th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. Today we will be discussing the movie "Mad Max: Fury Road", the new installment of the Australian sci-fi action series about a fierce warrior's long revenge story against the mad leader of a group of barbaric motorcyclists in a post-apocalyptic world. The film features amazing war scenes and car chases in the desert, leaving the audience enthralled by its magic and brutality. Also, we will talk about the French movie "Les Déferlantes" which will be screened at Cannes next week. This ghost story follows a young Syrian man fleeing the war in Syria and escaping to Europe with a secret group of Syrian activists and craftsmen chasing war criminals. It's difficult to talk about these movies as they are very impactful and touch upon sensitive issues, especially the reality of what is happening in Syria. The audience is drawn in by the raw emotions and powerful performances, making them reflect on the harsh realities depicted on screen. Stay tuned for more updates and reviews on upcoming films at the Cannes Film Festival.

Language: Arabic
Topics: MoviesFilm reviews

Hollywood stars shine at Cannes Film Festival

Duration: 0:11:51.146666

In a new episode of the program "Mawaid" on Dot Com, viewers were updated on the highlights of the 77th Cannes Film Festival. The episode began with a discussion about the film "Raw Diamonds" directed by French director Lydia Togutou, which follows the story of a 19-year-old girl living in southern France, seeking love and fast fame through desperate attempts to join reality TV shows. The show also highlighted the return of Hollywood stars to the Cannes Film Festival after a long absence, showcasing their presence and impact on the event. The program also touched upon the resurgence of American cinema after a period of stagnation, with Hollywood giants showcasing their talent at Cannes. The episode also mentioned the American films competing in the festival this year, including "Mega Plus" by Francis Ford Coppola and Kevin Costner's directorial debut. The episode also featured a discussion about actress Meryl Streep's impressive career and multiple Oscar wins, as well as her receiving the prestigious Honorary Golden Palm award at this year's Cannes Film Festival. Finally, the episode touched upon the selection of American actress and director Greta Gerwig as a jury member for the competition, making her the first female filmmaker to achieve such recognition at Cannes.

Language: Arabic
Topics: MoviesHollywood Stars at Cannes

Special coverage from the opening ceremony of the 77th Cannes Film Festival

Duration: 0:11:04.320000

Welcome, our viewers, to this special tribute hosted by the Cannes Film Festival in its 70th edition. This edition promises to be full of stars, films, surprises, and controversies, even before its opening. This year's festival features a diverse selection of films from around the world, with a strong presence of American, French, Iranian, and Chinese cinema. The festival also highlights the lack of African cinema representation this year. The festival also emphasizes gender equality in filmmaking, with only 20% of the films being directed by women. Notable figures in the industry, such as George Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola, will be honored during the festival. The festival will also feature a mix of documentary and political films, addressing pressing issues in today's world. Despite the challenges faced by the festival, it is still a platform for showcasing remarkable cinema from various countries. The festival aims to shed light on important topics through the art of filmmaking and provide a space for diverse voices to be heard. This year's Cannes Film Festival promises to be an exciting and thought-provoking event for all cinephiles.

Language: Arabic
Topics: Film industryMovies70th Cannes Film FestivalArab Participation and Representation at Cannes