The 20th edition of the Marrakech International Film Festival (FIFM) has opened its curtains, welcoming filmmakers and industry leaders to celebrate the art of cinema. British actress Tilda Swinton emphasized the importance of film festivals, saying, "Film festivals celebrate the opportunity in cinema to put yourself in someone else's shoes and to reach a kind of agreement about the human experience. Mélita Toscan du Plantier, Director of the Marrakech International Film Festival, highlighted this year's packed program with strong films and great directors. The festival, along with Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival, is taking place while some other regional festivals, including the Cairo International Film Festival and Tunisia’s Carthage Film Festival, were canceled due to the ongoing conflicts. The Marrakech International Film Festival is set to run through December 2, promising a celebration of cinema despite the global challenges it faces.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 28, 2023 00:02 UTC