The 14th edition of the Tunisian Short Film Festival is set to take place from October 1-4, with 16 short films participating in the event. The festival, organized by the Tunisian Association for the Promotion of Film Criticism, will feature a mix of documentary, narrative, and animated films. This year's edition coincides with the 40th anniversary of the association, and the festival's program will focus on the theme of "cinematic genre".
The festival's program will include several workshops and events, including a workshop on film criticism and a masterclass on writing film reviews. The event will also feature a competition for film critics, with 10 writers competing for three prizes. The festival's budget for this year is limited to 30,000 dinars, but organizers aim to continue supporting short films and promoting film criticism in Tunisia.
The festival will open with a screening of four short films in tribute to four deceased Tunisian filmmakers who left a mark on the country's cinematic scene. The films will be shown as part of a retrospective of the work of these directors. Additionally, a film by director Faten Jaziri will be screened in tribute to her late father, Fadl Jaziri.
The Tunisian Association for the Promotion of Film Criticism was established 40 years ago, and this year's festival is a celebration of that milestone. The association's president, film critic and academic Anas Kamoun, said that the festival aims to promote Tunisian cinema and support emerging filmmakers. The event will also feature a book launch, with the publication of a new book on Tunisian short films.
The festival's jury will be composed of film critics and academics, including Tahar Cheikhaui, Igbal Zellila, and Nejma Troudi. The event will also feature a masterclass on filmmaking, led by Tunisian director Vittorio Balhia. The festival's program will include a range of activities, including film screenings, workshops, and panel discussions.
In addition to the film competition, the festival will also feature a competition for film critics, with prizes awarded for the best film review, the best academic article, and the best article published on social media. The festival's organizers hope that the event will help to promote film criticism in Tunisia and support emerging film critics.
The festival will conclude on October 4 with a panel discussion on 40 years of film criticism in Tunisia, followed by a masterclass on filmmaking. The event is expected to attract film enthusiasts and industry professionals from across Tunisia and beyond. The festival's focus on promoting Tunisian cinema and supporting emerging filmmakers is seen as a positive step for the country's film industry.
Key points
- The festival will feature 16 short films and celebrate 40 years of the Tunisian Association for the Promotion of Film Criticism.
- The event will include workshops, a film competition, and a competition for film critics.
- The festival's budget for this year is limited to 30,000 dinars.
