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The Panorama of the European Film (PEF) 17th edition starts this Thursday and will run from the 28th of November until the 7th of December. The films of this year’s PEF will be screened at Zawya and Zamalek cinemas, in addition to some selected screenings that will be shown at Arkan Cinema, Point 90 Cinema, Jesuit Alexandria, and Jesuit Al Menya.

Panorama of the European Film: 17th Edition

This edition of PEF will display a carefully selected programme built around screening forty European films from different genres to show the diverse range of European Cinema and the strong capabilities of their film industry. Along with the film screenings, the PEF 17’s programme features workshops, masterclasses, talks, and discussions.

Forty Films in the 17th Edition

As this edition’s trailer was super thrilling, let’s delve a little deeper. The films are categorised into five sections. Four categories represent the natural elements of earth, wind, fire, and water, and each reflects on a main character’s persona and the narrative. The fifth section is for Leos Carax’s special short programme, in which he directs one short film and stars in the other. The film schedule has been recently posted, and you can check it here.

Exciting Comprehensive Workshops to Learn & Apply Free of Charge

So far, Zawya has opened registrations for workshops and masterclasses free of charge. All you have to do is meet the requirements and register as early as possible to save your spot. Let us tell you that the topics for this edition are looking good!

Mastering Low Key 

by Mostafa Fahmy and Ahmed Essam will instruct a workshop to discuss how to master low-key lighting and grading. The workshop is powered by Zawya and Sony, offering an exciting opportunity for all intermediate and advanced filmmakers to explore different lighting techniques.

24 Frames Per Second

Leena Naassana will instruct this unique film experience on how to apply your passion and ideas to create a stunning work of art in a 3-day workshop powered by Kino Cairo, The Laboratory, Zawya, Czech Centres, and the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Cairo.

Developing Your Visual Identity as a Filmmaker

Instructed by Haya Khairat and powered by Zawya and Sony, this workshop offers aspiring filmmakers a chance to enhance their filmmaking knowledge and develop their careers as established filmmakers.

Acting and Creativity

Powered by Zawya and The Austrian Cultural Forum, this masterclass is for all acting enthusiasts and emerging actors to explore acting approaches and creative processes from the perspectives of Julia Rechter and Salka Weber.

The Panorama Podcast is Back

The PEF has prepared for this edition with two podcast episodes to listen to while waiting for PEF to start. The podcast explores and discusses the finest creations of European cinema, offering detailed insights and recommendations to all cinephiles.