All The Gulf articles – Page 4

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    News

    Wadjda to open Gulf Film Festival

    2013-03-26T13:12:00Z

    Haifaa Al Mansour’s award-winning drama [pictured] will launch the sixth edition of the festival on April 11.

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    Features

    Blooming in the desert

    2012-10-11T10:02:00Z

    The introduction in 2012 of Abu Dhabi’s generous production rebate underlines the region’s ambition as an international production hub.

  • Reel Cinemas
    Features

    Big screen opportunities

    2012-10-11T10:02:00Z

    State-of-the-art multiplexes are helping to grow the Gulf box office.

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    Features

    The power of three

    2012-10-11T10:01:00Z

    The Gulf festivals are playing a central role in the Arab film-making renaissance.

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    Features

    Vision of the future

    2012-10-11T10:01:00Z

    A few years after splashy Hollywood deals put the region on the film map, the Gulf has been refocusing its efforts on building a sustainable industry - and now local talent is finding its voice.

  • City Of Life
    Features

    Progress on a bumpy road

    2010-10-27T11:10:00Z

    Cinema-going is becoming increasingly popular across the Gulf. But regional sensitivities, censorship and piracy mean it can be tricky to release into the region. Matt Ross reports

  • Son Of Babylon
    Features

    Bridging the Gulf

    2010-10-26T17:40:00Z

    The Middle East may be rich in stories, but local films have struggled for profile overseas. Matt Ross looks at how ambitious funding initiatives are improving the situation for film-makers in the region

  • Son of Babylon
    Features

    Home is where the heart is

    2010-10-26T17:14:00Z

    The Gulf territories have attracted international attention with their investment clout and bold plans to create a world-class film infrastructure. But the message is now clear that the region is not a funder for the West but intent on building its local industry and talent base. Matt Ross reports