The inaugural ‘Focus on Qatar’ showcase, presented by the Doha Film Institute, is set to start on Wednesday 30 September at the Museum of Islamic Art. The three-day event includes screenings and industry panels designed to put the spotlight on home-grown talent and celebrate the filmmakers who have made an impact on Qatar’s film culture over the past five years.

The showcase launches with a special screening of Qatar’s first feature-length film Clockwise (Qatar, 2010) by Khalifa Al-Muraikhi on 30^th September. It also includes screenings as part of the ‘Next Generation Short Film Programme’ and ‘Innovation Films Showcase’. The short film programme scheduled on 1^st October, comprises films from independent filmmakers that have emerged in Qatar over the last five years and the Innovation Films Showcase on 2^nd October highlights the achievements of leading Qatari production company, Innovation Films.

The industry programme on October 1-2, brings together Qatari filmmakers and local industry professionals for two specially curated events; ‘Meet the Production Houses’ and a panel, ‘How to Distribute Your Film’.

All screenings and events are free. Please reserve a ticket for admission. Tickets can be reserved in person from the Museum of Islamic Art DFI Ticket Outlet on Wednesday from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM, Thursday from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Friday from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Tickets can also be purchased online at www.dohafilminstitute.com. Viewers are advised to the Doha Film Institute Film Ratings Guide for film attendance policy and age regulations.

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