The Algerian government has created new operating regulations for cinemas and multiplexes in the country. Aiming to standardise and bring cinemas into conformity, these regulations establish a set of rules for everyone working in the sector. From now on every cinema is “subject to obtaining an operating license” issued by the Centre national du cinéma. …
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At the 2026 Sundance Film Festival, the documentary To Hold a Mountain directed by Biljana Tutorov and Petar Glomazić, won the Grand Jury Prize in the World Cinema category. In the words of the jury: “This visually and emotionally stunning film transported us to a remote mountain top and into the most intimate moments of …
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The Egyptian streaming platform, Watch IT, has announced a new international series inspired by a true story is in production. The title has not yet been revealed. This marks the first time Watch IT has ventured into producing an international series under its own banner. Filmed in Egypt, the series is directed, produced and co-written …
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Hong Kong-based streaming platform Viu has announced that the Turkish series Sins and Roses has topped audience ratings in the Gulf States for three consecutive weeks. Streaming on Viu since January 1st 2026 (available in North Africa and the Middle East), this drama series follows a businessman whose wife has been in a coma since …
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Two Mediterranean productions, Sirāt and The Voice of Hind Rajab, have been nominated for the 2026 Academy Awards, which will be held on March 15th in Los Angeles. Directed by Olivier Laxe, Sirāt is nominated for Best Sound and Best International Feature Film (Spain). Set in the heart of the mountains of southern Morocco, the …
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Currently being organised, the third Slano Film Days will run from June 16th to 20th in the Croatian port town of the same name. Slano Film Days connects young film-makers with established professionals, to encourage dialogue and foster support for the participants as they develop their projects. The programme includes discussions, screenings, meetings and workshops …
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Two weeks before Ramadan, 2M has presented its programme schedule for the holy month. The line-up focuses on drama, Moroccan heritage and entertainment. Among the announced series, Bnat Lalla Mennana returns for a third season after a 13-year hiatus. Years have passed, Chama, Rhimou and Bahia have become mothers. Now family tensions are resurfacing and …
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