By Emiliya Strahilova/Arab America Contributing Writer Two films from the Arab world were nominated for an Academy Award today. The Insult, a Lebanese story about an argument between a Christian mechanic and a Palestinian refugee, excelled in the category of Best Foreign Language Film; while Last Men in Aleppo was chosen to represent Syria in … Continued
By: Emiliya Strahilova/Arab America Contributing Writer Just before the end of 2017, the Academy announced the nine shortlisted contestants for Best Foreign Language Film of the 90th edition of the Oscars. Out of the record number of eight submissions in the Arabic language from Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, and Tunisia, only one … Continued
By: Emiliya Strahilova/Contributing Writer Maysaloun Hamoud sends us to the reality of modern-day Tel Aviv where, according to one of the main characters in the story, lethargy prevails. Nothing in this movie is flashy, pretentious or in any way arrogant-just bold and uncompromising. It’s in between the outdated morals and the progressive attitudes; in between … Continued
On December 1st, Lebanese-American singer, songwriter, and pianist Leila Milki has released her music video for “Burn,” a poignant new ballad featuring her original music and lyrics. The video, directed by Tayo Amos and shot at Studios 60 in Los Angeles, champions creative manifestation as a form of healing and self-awareness. “Burn,” the sixth track off of … Continued
By Habeeb Salloum/Contributing Writer …There’s a race of men that don’t fit in, A race that can’t stay still; So they break the hearts of kith and kin, And they roam the world at will. They range the field and they rove the flood, And they climb the mountain’s crest; Theirs is the curse of … Continued
By: Meriam Helal/Arab America Contributing Writer The Arabian Nights is one of the most influential stories that have captured the culture of an era and have influenced traditions of many societies for generations to come. The story was told during the 12th century and it gives the reader an insight into the culture of that period … Continued
On Monday, November 6, 2017 (7:30 pm), political satirist, Bassem Youssef, will perform at the Michigan Theater on the campus of the University of Michigan. Dubbed the Jon Stewart of the Arab World, Bassem Youssef was a cardiothoracic surgeon when he became the creator and host of the wildly popular TV show “Al-Bernameg”–the first political … Continued
The compelling new documentary film Surviving Peace, which delves deeply into and challenges core issues driving the Israeli Palestinian conflict opens Friday, October 20 in San Francisco. There will be a Q&A with Director Josef Avesar on Friday, Oct 20 and Sat Oct 21 after the 8:30 pm show. Surviving Peace delves deeply into the … Continued
SOURCE: ARTNET BY EILEEN KINSELLA A senior official lays out research that he says supports the sculpture’s return. Two months after authorities seized an ancient head of a bull that was on loan to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, a senior official in the Manhattan District Attorney’s office says, in no uncertain terms, that … Continued
The seventh annual DC Palestinian Film and Arts Festival (DCPFAF), which celebrates the work of Palestinian artists and filmmakers from around the world, will take place Oct. 5-8 at E Street Cinemas and Studio Theatre. Rounding out robust programming over the past six years, this year’s festival emphasizes the performing arts, exploring the creative potential … Continued
By Sami Asmar and Amal David/Contributing Writers The Western orchestra is considered the most complex form of music and the top of the pyramid in artistic sophistication. It took centuries to develop in a format based on a large number of performers, each with rigorous training in their particular instrument and carefully selected based on … Continued
By: Jessie McDonald Source: The Guardian Inside a Palestinian refugee camp just outside Bethlehem, an arts centre is encouraging young people to express themselves through photography. Here they share their images and the experiences that inspired them All photographs courtesy of Alrowwad Cultural and Arts Society ‘Photography is a form of beautiful resistance,’ says Kanan Abusrour, … Continued
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