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DIFF gets competitive
Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) has announced a new segment that will allow filmmakers to compete for jury prizes.
- Agencies
- Published: 23:33 May 3, 2009
Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) has announced a new segment that will allow filmmakers to compete for jury prizes.
Neil Stephenson, CEO, Dubai International Film Festival said, "DIFF's decision to add a competitive component is part of the Festival's strategy to evolve into an important destination for creative excellence in Arab cinema.
"DIFF is developing into a major film event and has a responsibility to initiate cross-cultural dialogue and promote the best of Arab cinema."
DIFF 2006 invites entries in three categories: features, shorts and documentaries. The films should be produced after January 1, 2005, and fulfil one of the following criteria:
- Films should be directed by an Arab, whether residing in the Arab world or abroad,
- Films should reflect Arab socio-cultural issues
Two weeks following the submission deadline of October 1, the DIFF selection committee will shortlist ten films in each category.
The first three winning entries will be awarded gold, silver and bronze trophies at a prestigious ceremony.
DIFF 2006 has also instituted an Out of Competition segment for entries that are considered creditworthy by the Selection Committee.
DIFF 2006
To be held from December 10 - 17, DIFF 2006 will include premieres, workshops, panel discussions, industry networking receptions and parties. For more details: www.dubaifilmfest.com
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