Doha, Qatar – The Doha Film Institute (DFI) has unveiled the lineup for Qumra 2025 Screenings, featuring seven feature films supported by the institute. The screenings, part of the 11th edition of Qumra, will take place from April 4 to 9 at the Museum of Islamic Art Auditorium. They will highlight some of the most innovative voices in independent cinema.
This year’s Qumra 2025 program includes 49 selected projects from 23 countries, with a strong representation from Qatari and Qatar-based filmmakers. In addition to screenings, attendees can engage with masterclasses led by esteemed Qumra Masters. These masters include Lav Diaz, Darius Khondji, Walter Salles, Anna Terrazas, and Johnnie To.
Fatma Hassan Alremaihi, CEO of DFI, emphasized the significance of Qumra’s role in supporting emerging filmmakers:
“Qumra 2025 Screenings reaffirm our commitment to bold storytelling and diverse cinematic voices. These films reflect the artistic vision and technical skill of rising filmmakers worldwide. We are proud to provide them a platform to reach a global audience.”
Featured Films at Qumra 2025:
🔹 Rising Up at Night (Democratic Republic of Congo, Belgium, Germany, Burkina Faso, Qatar) – Directed by Nelson Makengo, this film captures the resilience and spiritual faith of a community in Kinshasa. It portrays how they navigate daily struggles.
🔹 Moondove (Lebanon, Netherlands, Qatar) – Filmmaker Karim Kassem crafts a poetic tale set in a drought-stricken mountain village. The annual theater tradition reflects deeper societal shifts.
🔹 Red Path (Tunisia, France, Belgium, Poland, Saudi Arabia, Qatar) – Lotfi Achour’s haunting narrative follows a young shepherd. His life takes a tragic turn after a devastating family loss.
🔹 MA – Cry of Silence (Myanmar, South Korea, France, Singapore, Norway, Qatar) – Directed by The Maw Naing, this film follows a garment worker whose involvement in labor strikes connects her to Myanmar’s historical struggles.
🔹 East of Noon (Netherlands, Egypt, Qatar) – A satirical fable by Hala Elkoussy, exploring artistic freedom and rebellion through the journey of a musician. He challenges oppressive constraints.
🔹 Demba (Senegal, Germany, Qatar) – Mamadou Dia’s film delves into themes of grief and reconciliation. A man mourning his late wife attempts to rebuild his relationship with his estranged son.
Tickets for Qumra 2025 Screenings are available for individual events or as part of the Qumra Pass. This pass grants access to the full lineup, including screenings and masterclasses.
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