Egypt’s El Gouna Film Festival has been postponed. A statement released by the festival’s management said:
“In light of the profoundly troubling circumstances resulting in the loss of innocent lives, El Gouna Film Festival management has taken the decision to postpone the festival to the 27th of October – the 2nd of November, 2023.
The GFF team remains committed to hosting the festival, using this opportunity to reinforce and amplify our central theme, “Cinema for Humanity.” This theme champions unity and empathy, and we’re dedicated to weaving it throughout all festival activities. We firmly believe in the profound power of cinema to unite people, as we also understand the weight of the current situation and the importance of collective reflection.
It is crucial that we provide space for healing, understanding, and solidarity to prevail. We firmly believe in the profound power of cinema to unite people, as we also understand the weight of the current situation and the importance of collective reflection. It is crucial that we provide space for healing, understanding, and solidarity to prevail.
Our commitment to showcasing the impactful work of our talented youth and emphasizing the transformative nature of cinema remains un-wavered.”
