The Cairo International Film Festival turns 40 this year and puts on a landmark, star-filled edition to celebrate. Speaking at the opening Hefzy revealed how specially challenging it was to organize this special edition, as its management was striving for excellence. The veteran entertainer then gave the stage to actor Maged el-Kedwany who presented the rest of the festival’s events. The film landed the Audience Award at the Toronto International Film Festival.CIFF paid special attention to the sound and images of the presented films, purchasing new screens and screening films using 4k technology. The Cairo Film Forum program was expanded to include a larger number of films; and two new awards were launched to give greater opportunities for more films to win.

Source: Egypt Today December 08, 2018 10:30 UTC