Muslim Filmfest to Promote Dialogue among States: Minister
Olga Lyubimova spoke to the participants of the Kazan International Festival of Muslim Cinema, which is taking place in Tatarstan's capital for the 19th time. She said the festival was a platform for cultural dialogue between countries and artists.
"The festival, which has been held in the Republic of Tatarstan since 2005, is a landmark cultural event that unites professionals and film lovers. The Kazan Festival has established itself not only in our country but also far beyond its borders," she said.
She said the festival showcased "bright original premieres" from different parts of the world every year and introduced new names in cinema.
"I am sure that the festival will continue to promote the dialogue of cultures between countries and art workers," she said.
The 19th Kazan International Festival of Muslim Cinema runs from Sept. 5-9 in Tatarstan's administrative center.
The festival's organizing committee said it received 712 applications from 44 countries this year. It said 52 films from 21 countries were competing for awards in different categories. The films came from Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Greece, India, Iraq, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Morocco, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Syria, Tajikistan, Tunisia, Türkiye, and the UK.
Source: Agencies
