"Barbie" tackles big issues like gender inequality, consumerism, and capitalism. Al Majalla explores these issues — and the ones it doesn't deal with.

The award-winning cinematographer uses a play within a film to outline deep emotions, including bereavement, and takes a risk with his own fanbase in the. process

After his death, the Egyptian director's legacy was confined to the annals of history. Al Majalla explores the immense wealth of his dismissed contribution.

Identifying the motives for artistic expression is never easy. As the writer Mohammed Abi Samra finds in an encounter with 'The Dam' director, it can elicit more questions than answers.

This year had the largest Arab presence in the history of Cannes, with nine Arab films featured. The Red Sea International Film Festival supported five of these films, in addition to the opening film.

The movie which grossed over $12 million at the US box office relays the biblical account of Abraham and his call to sacrifice his son

Films and written works have distinct characteristics and bridging the two parallel art forms can be difficult. As a result, writers are increasingly seeking control over the camera.

While Arab cinema has traditionally portrayed women as inherently benevolent, other countries have not shied away from depicting mothers as they are — even their flaws