Welcome to Arab Film Festival Rotterdam
May 28th – June 1st, 2025
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Festival program soon online
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Bridging MENA and Western cultures through authentic stories.
From May 28th to June 1st, the 25th edition of the Arab Film Festival will take place in Rotterdam. This edition will also pay tribute to a prominent figure in the Arab world: Umm Kulthum, a famous and beloved singer from Egypt. She passed away in 1975, marking next year 50 years since her death. With film screenings, music, art, masterclasses, and a retrospective program at locations such as LantarenVenster, De Doelen, FENIX Museum, Verhalenhuis Belvédère, and the Cruiseferry Merwehaven.
Join us as we celebrate the cultural connections that bring us together.
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Join us for an engaging panel discussion on the role of art and culture during periods of transition at the International Film Festival Rotterdam.
From May 28th to June 1st, the Arab Film Festival Rotterdam will celebrate its milestone 25th anniversary! This special edition offers a rich and diverse program.
On Wednesday, February 26, at 19:00, Arab Film Festival Rotterdam presents a special Arabian Film Night at LantarenVenster, featuring the acclaimed film Backstage.
