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15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Box office watch: Everything on at Cinema Akil this May
Prepare to have your mind blown at Cinema Akil this May… May is the month of madness, and this line-up at Cinema Akil is sure to stay with you long after the credits have rolled. Everyone's favourite independent arthouse cinema and the go-to spot for alternative watching is bringing a curation that's hot like the summer we're in right now – big, bold and bizarre films, from intense dramas to nail-biting thrillers and a mind-bending, mind-boggling sci-fi flick. Also, two films from the recent Reel Palestine collection are back to the big screen, by popular demand. Revisit the masterpieces that were To a Land Unknown and Thank You for Banking With Us . The program… Monsieur Aznavour (May 13 – May 14) brings to life the extraordinary rise of Charles Aznavour, one of France's most beloved singers and actors. Directed by Mehdi Idir and Grand Corps Malade, the film follows his journey from struggling artist to international icon, set against the backdrop of post-war France. (May 13 – May 14) brings to life the extraordinary rise of Charles Aznavour, one of France's most beloved singers and actors. Directed by Mehdi Idir and Grand Corps Malade, the film follows his journey from struggling artist to international icon, set against the backdrop of post-war France. Mickey 17 (May 16 – June 30) by Academy Award-winning Bong Joon Ho , follows a disposable employee sent on a human expedition to colonize the ice world Niflheim. After one iteration perishes, his body is regenerated with most of his memories intact, leading to a dangerous and complex journey of survival and discovery. (May 16 – June 30) by Academy Award-winning Bong Joon Ho follows a disposable employee sent on a human expedition to colonize the ice world Niflheim. After one iteration perishes, his body is regenerated with most of his memories intact, leading to a dangerous and complex journey of survival and discovery. I am Still Here (May 30 – June 29) directed by Walter Salles, follows a mother who is forced to reinvent herself when her family's life is torn apart by an act of arbitrary violence amid the tightening grip of Brazil's military dictatorship in 1971. From Reel Palestine… Thank You For Banking With Us (May 13 – May 15) is a gripping drama by Laila Abbas, making its return to Cinema Akil after its run at Reel Palestine. The film explores themes of family, inheritance, and resistance, following two sisters who must put aside their differences to fight against Sharia law, which grants their brother double their rightful share of the inheritance. (May 13 – May 15) is a gripping drama by Laila Abbas, making its return to after its run at Reel Palestine. The film explores themes of family, inheritance, and resistance, following two sisters who must put aside their differences to fight against Sharia law, which grants their brother double their rightful share of the inheritance. To A Land Unknown (May 15 – June 30)which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival at the Director's Fortnight, tells the powerful story of two young men willing to risk everything for a brighter future. Trapped in the struggles of Athens, they hatch a dangerous plan to escape their grim reality, setting the stage for a tense journey of survival and hope. For the full schedule, visit @cinemaakil Images: Supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Broadcast Pro
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Hong Kong Int'l Film Festival to screen Red Sea Foundation-supported films
Red Sea Film Foundation-backed films 'Yunan', 'To a Land Unknown', 'To Kill a Mongolian Horse' and 'Yalla Parkour' are set to be showcased. The 49th Hong Kong International Film Festival (HKIFF) has announced its 2025 lineup, featuring several films backed by the Red Sea Film Foundation, including Ameer Fakher Eldin's Yunan, Mahdi Fleifel's To a Land Unknown, Xiaoxuan Jiang's To Kill a Mongolian Horse and Areeb Zuaiter's documentary Yalla Parkour. Scheduled to take place from April 10 to 21, the festival will highlight nearly 200 films from 69 countries, including six world premieres, two international premieres and 52 Asian premieres, with over 300 screenings planned. Among the notable selections, Yunan—the second installment in Fakher Eldin's HOME trilogy—follows a disillusioned Arab writer who, contemplating suicide, retreats to a remote North Sea island, where an encounter with an elderly woman rekindles his desire to live. Fleifel's To a Land Unknown portrays the struggles of two immigrants seeking a way out of Athens, while Meryam Joobeur's Who Do I Belong To delves into themes of identity and conflict as a Tunisian mother grapples with the unexpected return of her son from Syria. Making her feature-length debut, Zuaiter directs Yalla Parkour, a documentary that intertwines her search for belonging with the story of Ahmed, a parkour athlete in Gaza. The film, an international co-production involving Sweden, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Palestine, premiered at the Berlinale's Panorama section earlier this year. Jiang's To Kill a Mongolian Horse, a drama set in Inner Mongolia, is also among the featured selections. Produced by Da Huang Pictures, the film represents a collaboration between Malaysia, Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan and the United States. HKIFF 2025 will open with the world premieres of The Brightest Sun by Japan's Tetsuya Nakashima and Pavane for an Infant by Malaysia's Chong Keat Aun. The festival will conclude with Norway's Dreams (Sex Love) by Dag Johan Haugerud, which recently won the Golden Bear at the Berlinale.
CairoScene
16-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Palestinian Film 'To a Land Unknown' to Screen at Berlin's ALFILM Fest
The film, which follows a Palestinian refugee's struggle in Athens, will feature in the 16th edition of Berlin's Arab Film Festival. Mar 16, 2025 Palestinian filmmaker Mahdi Fleifel's latest feature, 'To a Land Unknown', will be screened at the 16th edition of ALFILM, Berlin's Arab Film Festival, running from April 23rd to April 30th, 2025. The film, which has garnered critical acclaim since its debut, explores themes of displacement, survival, and the lengths one man will go to seek justice. Set in Athens, 'To a Land Unknown' follows a Palestinian refugee who, after being scammed by a smuggler, embarks on a relentless quest for revenge. The film stars Mahmoud Bakri, Aram Sabbagh, and Angeliki Papoulia, and is directed by Mahdi Fleifel, a Dubai-born Palestinian-Danish filmmaker whose work has earned BAFTA and Palme d'Or nominations. The film premiered at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, where it was nominated for the Directors' Fortnight section. It has since won multiple awards, including the Fischer Audience Award at the Thessaloniki International Film Festival and the Silver Yusr Prize at the Red Sea Film Festival.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Palestinian Refugee Drama ‘To a Land Unknown' Sells to 40 Territories Ahead of U.K., Ireland Release (EXCLUSIVE)
Paris- and Berlin-based sales and production house Salaud Morisset has sold Palestinian-Danish director Mahdi Fleifel's Palestinian refugee drama 'To a Land Unknown,' which premiered at Cannes Directors' Fortnight, to 40 territories. The film is released in the U.K. and Ireland on Friday. Salaud Morisset has signed new deals with Imovision (Brazil), Vertigo Media (Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia), Joint Entertainment (Taiwan), Real Fiction (Germany), Five Stars (Ex Yugoslavia), Filmtrade (Greece), Filmladen (Austria), Filmin (Spain), Portugal (The Stone & The Plot) and Falcon Pictures (Indonesia). More from Variety Juliette Binoche to Preside Over 78th Cannes Film Festival Jury Cannes Film Festival President Iris Knobloch Re-Elected for Second Term 'Eat the Night' Review: A Dying MMORPG Evokes the Apocalypse in a Tender-Hearted Queer French Drama Previously announced deals include Conic (U.K.), Wildcard (Ireland), Eurozoom (France), Watermelon Pictures (U.S., Canada) and Film Clinic (Arab territories). 'To a Land Unknown' screened at more than 100 festivals including San Sebastian, Toronto, London, Thessaloniki, New Horizons and Sarajevo, and won more than 20 awards. The film tells the story of the desperate attempts of two Palestinian cousins stranded in Athens to find a way to reach Germany. Chatila and Reda are saving to pay for fake passports to get out of Athens. When Reda loses their hard-earned cash to his drug addiction, Chatila hatches an extreme plan, which involves them posing as smugglers and taking hostages in an effort to get him and his best friend out of their hopeless environment before it is too late. 'To a Land Unknown' is produced by Geoff Arbourne at Inside Out Films, Fleifel's Nakba FilmWorks, Salaud Morisset, Maria Drandaki at Homemade Films, and Layla Meijman and Maarten van der Ven at Studio Ruba. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
Broadcast Pro
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Reel Palestine returns for 11th edition at Cinema Akil
The annual festival will showcase a lineup of eight feature films and documentaries, alongside 13 short films divided into two programmes. Reel Palestine, the annual UAE-based film festival celebrating Palestinian stories through independent and alternative cinema, has returned for its 11th edition. Hosted at Cinema Akil in Alserkal Avenue, the festival coincides with the Quoz Arts Fest, offering a lineup of films, Q&A sessions, workshops and the souk. This year's edition pays tribute to Hani Jawhareih (1936–1976), the founding father of Palestinian cinema, by showcasing films that reflect his values and enduring influence on storytelling. The festival opened with To a Land Unknown by director Mehdi Fleifel. Other highlights include A State of Passion , a new documentary by Carol Mansour ( Aida Returns ), chronicling Dr. Ghassan Abu Sittah's work in Gaza's emergency rooms during the Israel-Gaza War. The Academy Award-shortlisted From Ground Zero , a collection of 22 short films captured over 11 months in Palestine, will also make its UAE debut. Notable premieres include Laila Abbas's Thank You for Banking with Us and Goran Hugo Olsson's documentary Israel Palestine on Swedish TV 1958-1989 , exploring decades of media coverage on the conflict through archival footage. Rashid Masharawi's Passing Dreams , Piero Usberti's Voyage Into Gaza and Mohamed Jabaly's Life is Beautiful are also featured on the programme. The festival's short film lineup includes Palestine Islands , Mar Mara , Mashed Potatoes , Post-Trauma , An Orange from Yaffa , Blood Like Water , In the Waiting Room , A Short Film About Kids , 45th Parallel , The Deer's Tooth , Khaled and Nema , Upshot and The Lizard of My Dream .
