The event will take place from 9-16 December in Iraq and will showcase 107 films by directors of different geographical backgrounds, in a variety of formats.
The movie is a poignant exploration of tolerance, ambition, and the transformative power of music, and underscores the Festival's commitment to showcasing the best of Arab cinema.
The Jury President is French actress Anne Brochet with Italian actors Cristiana Dell’Anna, Ricky Memphis and actor and model Alain-Fabien Delon as part of the board.
This year’s selection highlights five movies hailing from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Algeria, reinforcing the Festival's commitment to elevating Arab cinematic narratives on a global stage.