A familiar presence at Cannes, the French actress and filmmaker stars in the new film Roma Elastica. She spoke to Al Majalla in the south of France about freedom, ageing, and Marion Cotillard

The fourth Arden series continues a tradition that has repeatedly transformed the study of Shakespeare. Yet for Arabic readers, these revolutions still arrive only as distant echoes

A new book explores how Egypt's Jewish and Greek communities helped build the country's modern economy—and why they ultimately disappeared

Our regular round-up of the silver screen's latest releases from the Arab world and beyond

As AI accelerates the production of formulaic entertainment and audiences grow accustomed to ever-shorter forms, slow cinema offers an alternative way of seeing

The Arab world has a vibrant and rich literary scene. Al Majalla picks out some choice titles in our fortnightly round-up of the latest Arabic books

As war continues to erase the physical landscape of Gaza, the Palestinian artist turns to photography, testimony, and digital media to preserve the city's human fabric

The beautiful game cuts across class and conflict, changing relationships and communities. Al Majalla looks at its depiction in Arab literature

Apparel representing national teams from yesteryear is not just a nod to identity but a new fashion language

In Menoh Fih and Qishr al-Bayd, the Egyptian oud player absorbs from his Eastern heritage a sense of freedom in handling, play, and improvised surprise