The Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) has announced the first round of handpicked titles from across the globe that will form part of the 2016 ‘Cinema of the World’ line-up.

 Fifty of the world’s most anticipated films are expected to impress the thousands of cinema lovers that descend on Dubai for the Festival. ‘Cinema of The World’ boasts a variety of genres that feature internationally famed talent including highly acclaimed actors, renowned directors, writers and producers.

DIFF’s artistic director, Masoud Amralla Al Ali, said: “We are committed to bridging cultures through the medium of cinema and no more can that be seen than through the Cinema of the World section of the Festival. The diverse perspectives and experiences shared by this stellar line-up, including some of the most highly anticipated films of the year from across the globe, will take our audiences to places they have never seen, opening up new cultural understanding along the way.”

Nashen Moodley, director of the programme, said: “We scour the globe each year to ensure the best and most diverse films are brought to DIFF for its audiences to enjoy. ‘Cinema of the World’ is a core part of the Festival’s offering of awe-inspiring journeys that everyone can enjoy.”

Registration is now open for the 13th edition of the Dubai International Film Festival which will take place from the December 7 to 14. – TradeArabia News Service