The 13th edition of the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) have today announced the first films showcasing in the iconic Arabian Nights programme, which pays homage to the cultural vibrancy of the Arab world.

This year’s rich selection of eclectic films to exhibit in the popular category originates from around the globe, including Lebanon, Italy, Germany and France.

Masoud Amralla Al Ali, DIFF’s artistic director said: “Arabian Nights offers a powerful means of conveying social messages to audiences from every corner of the globe, a notion that DIFF believes is the key to successfully uniting cultures. This year’s stellar line up of films address insightful, culturally-enriching perspectives on the developing regional landscape shared through the medium of film.”

Delphine Garde-Mroueh, Arabian Nights programmer said: “As one of DIFF’s long-standing categories, Arabian Nights captures the essence of the Festivals vision by providing an established platform for Arab and international filmmakers to connect to their heritage and tell stories that address controversial disputes in the Arab world with compassion and creativity.”

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