The Tunisian Minister of Cultural Affairs, Amira Sarraf, chaired a meeting on November 11, 2026, to review preparations for the 37th Carthage Film Festival. The meeting was attended by members of the festival's organizing committee. This year's festival is particularly significant as it marks the 60th anniversary of the event. The minister emphasized the need to provide all necessary resources to ensure the success of the festival.
The festival's program will include a celebration of Egyptian cinema, with a focus on the 100th anniversary of the birth of filmmakers Youssef Chahine and Tawfiq Saleh. The program will also feature a series of panel discussions on film production and the future of cinema in the Arab and African regions. A special tribute will be paid to the festival's 60-year history, with screenings of 12 award-winning films from over the years.
The festival will also feature a section dedicated to showcasing Tunisian films, with 13 films competing in the official competitions. The event aims to promote Tunisian cinema and provide a platform for local filmmakers to showcase their work. The festival's organizing committee is working to ensure that all logistical and financial arrangements are in place to support the event.
The Carthage Film Festival is a major cultural event in Tunisia, attracting filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world. The festival's 37th edition promises to be an exciting celebration of cinema, with a focus on Arab and African films. The event will also feature a section dedicated to film heritage, with screenings of classic films from the festival's archives.
The festival's program will also include a series of workshops and masterclasses, providing opportunities for filmmakers to learn from industry experts. The event aims to promote film production and provide a platform for emerging filmmakers to showcase their work. The festival's organizers are working to ensure that the event is a success, with a focus on promoting Tunisian and Arab cinema.
The 37th Carthage Film Festival will take place from December 12 to 19, 2026, in Tunis. The event is expected to attract a large audience, with screenings and events taking place at various venues across the city. The festival's program will be announced in the coming weeks, with more details on the event's schedule and lineup.
The Carthage Film Festival is an important cultural event in Tunisia, promoting cinema and providing a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work. The festival's 37th edition promises to be an exciting celebration of Arab and African cinema, with a focus on promoting film production and emerging talent.
Key points
- The festival will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the event, with a special tribute to its history and a screening of 12 award-winning films.
