The European Film Festival 2025 returns to Abu Dhabi celebrating Identity, resilience, and cultural collaboration
The European Film Festival 2025 is set to make a vibrant return to the Cultural Foundations in Abu Dhabi between 19-25 May, offering UAE audiences a rich and diverse selection of cinema from across Europe.
This year’s programme shines a spotlight on universal themes such as identity, resilience, and social change, bringing powerful stories to the fore through the lens of some of Europe’s most compelling filmmakers.
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Organised by the European Union Delegation to the UAE in collaboration with the Cultural Foundation in Abu Dhabi, the festival not only celebrates cinematic excellence but also underscores the power of storytelling in bridging cultures.
In addition to film screenings, the festival will host a series of panel discussions, providing a unique platform for dialogue and exchange between European and Emirati creatives. These sessions aim to foster deeper collaboration and cultural understanding, further cementing the festival’s role as a hub for international artistic engagement.
As anticipation builds, the European Film Festival 2025 promises to be a cultural highlight, uniting communities through the shared language of cinema.
19-25 May, Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi. For further information, visit euff.ae
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