Arab cinema has an exceptional presence at the 76th Berlinale, with 15 different films being shown, including classics, jury entries, and talent programs, as well as the co-production market and its projects. These choices reflect the growing importance that filmmakers from the Middle East and North Africa have gained in recent years. Classic Films and ExhibitionThree jurors and eight talentsAhmed Shawky is a film critic, film festival programmer and holds many offices in the Egyptian film industry. He has served on film festival juries and writes regularly about cinema and the entertainment industry. Translation: Editorial RUYA Copyright: Goethe-Institut/ RUYAIn the international competition, Tunisian director Leyla Bouzid is competing with her film "In A Whisper", the only Arab film vying for the Golden Bear.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 17, 2026 09:56 UTC