The Cairo International Film Festival has announced its premieres five days before its press conference for its 43rd edition, set to be held under precautionary measures. These include nine World Premieres, two International Premieres for Features, and 17 World Premieres and five International Premieres in short films. Horizons of Arab Cinema CompetitionFrom CairoEgyptDirector – Hala GalaThe film follows Heba and Aya, two young single women in Cairo and the difficult choices they make as they navigate daily life. Habib’s past involvement in Tunisia’s dictatorship haunts his daily life, and now Ahmed must protect his father as their life takes a chaotic turn. International CompetitionSeven Dogs (Siete Perros)ArgentinaDirector: Rodrigo GuerreroErnesto lives with his seven dogs in his small apartment.

Source: Egypt Independent November 06, 2021 01:02 UTC