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ALFILM \u2014 Arab Film Festival Berlin is Germany\u2019s largest platform for the diverse film scene of the Arabic-speaking countries and communities. The festival focuses on artistically and thematically ambitious films, opening up new and unexpected perspectives on the cultures and societies of the region. ALFILM is a non-commercial film festival that has been organized annually since 2009 by the non-profit association Zentrum f\u00fcr arabische Filmkunst und Kultur e.V. Since then, ALFILM has collaborated with distinguished local and international partners. In its ALFILM SELECTION, the festival showcases a wide spectrum of contemporary feature films, documentaries, short films, and video art on and from the Arab-speaking region or made by Arab filmmakers. Screened at renowned venues across Berlin, many of these works are presented as German or European premieres.<\/p>\n

The SPOTLIGHT section is a curated program with a particular theme in focus that sheds light on pressing social and political issues through both contemporary and historical Arab films, transcending genres and generations.<\/p>\n

Beyond the screenings, ALFILM offers a vibrant program of filmmaker talks, masterclasses, expert discussions, cultural events, making the festival a unique platform for cinematic discovery and dialogue.<\/p>\n

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ALFILM \u2013 Arab Film Festival Berlin invites submissions for its next edition. We are seeking films (short or feature-length) meeting the following criteria:<\/p>\n

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    The film must not have been released before 2024.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    The film must have had its premiere (at least one screening) at an international film festival.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    One of the following must apply:<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      The film is from the Arab-speaking region (West Asia \/ North Africa).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      The film is by a filmmaker of Arab origin or who lives inside or outside the region.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        The film addresses one or more themes relevant to the history, culture, or politics of one or more countries in the North Africa\/West Asia region.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        There is a \u20ac5 administrative fee per submission. This fee is to help cover the costs of carefully reviewing and selecting entries. Accepted payment methods: PayPal, Card (Mastercard, Maestro, Visa, American Express, and Diners Club), iDEAL, SEPA Lastschrift, Bancontact, eps, Przelewy24, and Google Pay.<\/p>\n

        Deadline<\/strong><\/p>\n

        All submissions must be received by 20 November 2025.<\/p>\n

        We look forward to seeing your film and potentially welcoming it to the ALFILM programme!<\/strong><\/p>\n

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