Culture
Three Egyptians, several newcomers make International Prize for Arabic Fiction longlist
December 7, 2012
Three Egyptians, several newcomers make International Prize for Arabic Fiction longlist
The release of the International Prize for Arabic Fiction (IPAF) longlist was overshadowed Thursday by the previous day’s clashes outside…
In other words: Cairo hosts its first-ever ‘translation slam’
December 6, 2012
In other words: Cairo hosts its first-ever ‘translation slam’
UPDATE: In consideration of the events happening in Egypt, the British Council announces the postponement of the Edinburgh World Writers’…
Cairo film festival cancels closing ceremony amid unrest
December 6, 2012
Cairo film festival cancels closing ceremony amid unrest
The Culture Ministry announced on Wednesday night it is canceling the closing ceremony of the 35th Cairo International Film Festival…
‘Sea Shadow’ breaks the Gulf’s stereotype
December 5, 2012
‘Sea Shadow’ breaks the Gulf’s stereotype
Set away from the UAE’s major cities with their crisp paved roads and marvelous skyscrapers, Nawaf al-Janahi’s second feature-length film…
Adel Imam says art sides with opposition as designer refuses govt award
December 5, 2012
Adel Imam says art sides with opposition as designer refuses govt award
Prominent actor Adel Imam told reporters that “Egyptian art is always on the side of the opposition,” during his visit…
Playful exhibition offers a rare chance to revisit Egypt’s photographic studios
December 5, 2012
Playful exhibition offers a rare chance to revisit Egypt’s photographic studios
Coming up to the former Hotel Viennoise on the third floor of the ramshackle but very grand and spacious 7…
Prominent actress Nadia Lutfi in stable condition after hospitalization
December 3, 2012
Prominent actress Nadia Lutfi in stable condition after hospitalization
Prominent actress Nadia Lutfi’s health has stabilized, and she is no longer being treated in the intensive care unit, said…
‘When I Saw You’: A winding narrative of Palestinian plight
December 3, 2012
‘When I Saw You’: A winding narrative of Palestinian plight
Currently screening in the 35th Cairo International Film Festival as part of the Arab Film Competition, “When I Saw You”…
Labor representation, as seen through an experimental lens
December 2, 2012
Labor representation, as seen through an experimental lens
Said to be the first film ever shown in public, “Workers leaving the factory” consists of a single shot of…
Qatari poet sentenced to life in prison for insulting regime
December 1, 2012
Qatari poet sentenced to life in prison for insulting regime
Renowned Qatari poet Mohamed Bin al-Dheeb al-Ajami was sentenced by the Qatari State Security Court to life in prison on…