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Broadcast Pro
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Cairo Int'l Film Festival opens submissions for 11th Cairo Film Connection
Eligible projects must be feature-length films in either the development or post-production phase, submitted by filmmakers from Arab countries. The Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) has opened submissions for the 11th edition of the Cairo Film Connection, a major industry platform that forms part of the festival's 46th edition, scheduled to take place from November 12 to 21, 2025. Filmmakers can apply until August 1, 2025, through the festival's official website. A cornerstone of CIFF's Cairo Industry Days, the Cairo Film Connection is designed to support feature-length narrative and documentary films from the Arab world that are currently in either development or post-production. Through financial grants, production services, and matchmaking opportunities with influential producers, funders and distributors, the platform aims to empower Arab filmmakers and amplify their voices on the international stage. CIFF President and veteran actor Hussein Fahmy said: 'At CIFF, we strongly believe that supporting filmmakers from the region is fundamental to the growth of Arab cinema. Cairo Film Connection has become a true platform for launching promising projects. We take pride in what it has achieved over the years in discovering new talents and enhancing Arab cinema's presence on the global stage.' Mohamed Tarek, the festival's Artistic Director, added: 'Each edition, we strive to offer meaningful and diversified support to projects that stand out for their boldness and artistic integrity. The Cairo Film Connection is more than just a pitching platform—it is a vibrant space for exchange and creative dialogue between filmmakers, funders, and programmers from around the world.' Over the years, the platform has helped propel numerous Arab projects to international acclaim. Notable examples include Four Daughters by Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania, Inshallah a Boy by Jordanian director Amjad Al-Rasheed, Goodbye Julia by Sudanese filmmaker Mohamed Kordofani, and The Brink of Dreams by Egypt's Namir Abdel Messeeh—all of which went on to gain significant attention at global film festivals. Mohamed Sayed Abdel Rahim, Head of Cairo Industry Days, stated: 'Over the past ten years, the Cairo Film Connection has solidified its position as one of the most vital development platforms in the Arab region—not only because of the awards and funding it offers, but also because of the caliber of films it helps bring to life.' The 2024 edition welcomed 18 projects from 13 Arab countries and saw participants receive 31 awards totaling over $220,000 in cash and in-kind services, provided by both local and international partners. To be eligible, submissions must be feature-length narrative or documentary films from Arab filmmakers, either in development or post-production. Directors must be of Arab nationality or origin and must have completed at least one previous film—short or feature.
Fashion Network
19-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Copenhagen Fashion Week and CIFF join forces to support Nordic talent
Two major players in the promotion of Copenhagen's fashion scene are joining forces to promote Scandinavian designers. Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) and CIFF (Copenhagen International Fashion Fair) have announced a long-term strategic alliance. The two pillars of Danish fashion are moving forward with the CPHFW Newtalent program, dedicated to supporting the region's most promising emerging Nordic brands. As part of this alliance, CIFF becomes an official sponsor of the program and will now host a selection of Newtalent brands in a permanent showroom in the CIFF Village. The young designers will also benefit from a dedicated space at the show, alongside fashion week, as well as enhanced access to an international network of buyers, press, and industry professionals. Support in terms of visibility, business development, and mentoring is planned throughout their journey, the value of which has not been communicated. "This collaboration with CIFF is a natural step in our mission to support Nordic talent. It enables us to combine cultural visibility with commercial impact at a decisive moment in their development," said Cecilie Thorsmark, CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week. Although a natural dynamic already existed between CPHFW and CIFF, the two players operated in parallel but complemented each other. While fashion week focused on runway shows and showcasing designers, CIFF provided the BtoB and commercial dimension, presenting over 1,000 brands twice a year in the pavilions of the Bella Center, on the outskirts of the Danish capital. This alliance marks a desire to pool resources and expertise to consolidate Copenhagen's position as the capital of Nordic fashion. "We are proud to formalize this collaboration with Copenhagen Fashion Week. CIFF is more than just a show, it's an ecosystem where talent can grow, connect, and plan for the long term," said Sofie Dolva, the show's managing director, in a press release. This year's Newtalent program includes Anne Sofie Madsen, Bonnetjes and Berner Kühl, as well as start-ups Kettle Atelier, Stem, and Taus in the One to Watch category. A first glimpse of a generation of designers that this alliance intends to promote far beyond Scandinavia's borders.
Fashion Network
19-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Copenhagen Fashion Week and CIFF join forces to support Nordic talent
Home › News › Catwalks Download Print Two major players in the promotion of Copenhagen's fashion scene are joining forces to promote Scandinavian designers. Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) and CIFF (Copenhagen International Fashion Fair) have announced a long-term strategic alliance. The two pillars of Danish fashion are moving forward with the CPHFW Newtalent program, dedicated to supporting the region's most promising emerging Nordic brands. Sofie Dolva and Cecilie Thorsmark, Managing Directors of CIFF and Copenhagen Fashion Week respectively - DR As part of this alliance, CIFF becomes an official sponsor of the program and will now host a selection of Newtalent brands in a permanent showroom in the CIFF Village. The young designers will also benefit from a dedicated space at the show, alongside fashion week, as well as enhanced access to an international network of buyers, press, and industry professionals. Support in terms of visibility, business development, and mentoring is planned throughout their journey, the value of which has not been communicated. "This collaboration with CIFF is a natural step in our mission to support Nordic talent. It enables us to combine cultural visibility with commercial impact at a decisive moment in their development," said Cecilie Thorsmark, CEO of Copenhagen Fashion a natural dynamic already existed between CPHFW and CIFF, the two players operated in parallel but complemented each other. While fashion week focused on runway shows and showcasing designers, CIFF provided the BtoB and commercial dimension, presenting over 1,000 brands twice a year in the pavilions of the Bella Center, on the outskirts of the Danish capital. This alliance marks a desire to pool resources and expertise to consolidate Copenhagen's position as the capital of Nordic fashion."We are proud to formalize this collaboration with Copenhagen Fashion Week. CIFF is more than just a show, it's an ecosystem where talent can grow, connect, and plan for the long term," said Sofie Dolva, the show's managing director, in a press release. This year's Newtalent program includes Anne Sofie Madsen, Bonnetjes and Berner Kühl, as well as start-ups Kettle Atelier, Stem, and Taus in the One to Watch category. A first glimpse of a generation of designers that this alliance intends to promote far beyond Scandinavia's borders. news_translation_auto Click here to read the original article. Copyright © 2025 All rights reserved.
Fashion United
18-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion United
CIFF announces strategic alliance with Copenhagen Fashion Week
Scandinavian fashion fair CIFF and Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) have deepened their strategic partnership to support emerging design talent in the region. Together, they continue to back the CPHFW NewTalent programme, an initiative spotlighting brands operating for less than five years. This long-term alliance provides participating Scandinavian brands with access to a robust international network of buyers, press, and fashion industry stakeholders. CIFF confirmed the collaboration in an official press release. As part of the programme, selected designers benefit from mentorship opportunities with esteemed industry figures including Bruce Pask, men's fashion director at Neiman Marcus, and Mahoro Seward, editor at British Vogue. For the Spring/Summer 2026 season, brands Anne Sofie Madsen, Berner Kühl, and Bonnetje unveiled their latest collections in the CPHFW NewTalent showroom. Additionally, the 'One to Watch' segment featured emerging labels Kettel Atelier, Stem, and Taus. The partnership between CIFF and CPHFW continues to reinforce Copenhagen's status as a vital hub for contemporary fashion and a launchpad for new creative voices. Launched in June 2022, the CPHFW NewTalent initiative is backed by key collaborators including textile innovator Circulose, Zenz, Vanguards, Wessel & Vett's Foundation, and Norwegian platform Alpha. The most recent edition of CIFF took place from Tuesday, August 5 to Thursday, August 7, 2025, running concurrently with Copenhagen Fashion Week, which spanned Monday, August 4 to Friday, August 8. This article was translated to English using an AI tool. FashionUnited uses AI language tools to speed up translating (news) articles and proofread the translations to improve the end result. This saves our human journalists time they can spend doing research and writing original articles. Articles translated with the help of AI are checked and edited by a human desk editor prior to going online. If you have questions or comments about this process email us at info@
Fashion Network
02-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Network
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair returns August 5
Copenhagen international Fashion Fair (CIFF) is set to make its return to the Bella Center from August 5–7, 2025, coinciding once again with Copenhagen Fashion Week. With the aim to create opportunity for businesses amidst changing market conditions, this summer's edition signals a renewed commitment to emerging markets, with a 25% increase in focus on Asia, the Middle East, and the fast-growing Eastern European fashion consumer market. Likewise, a key highlight for 2025 is the launch of CIFF Media, a new content platform that will deliver year-round industry leaders and market insight, through an all-video social and online channel. Designed to elevate the reach and resonance of the fair, CIFF Media layers digital storytelling atop physical experiences, offering brands and buyers a second-to-none support network. 'Now is the time for us to be bold, invest, and create a trade platform that innovates strategically to not only support, but power growth for brands,' said Sofie Dolva, director at CIFF. 'When the industry says 'challenge' we hear 'opportunity' and set about planning how we can look at the landscape differently, do more, and fulfil of commitment to the industry of being the best possible international hub for the fashion industry to come together and do business.' This year's edition will also feature collaborations with The CFDA, Pitti Uomo, and ISPO, the world's largest sports trade fair, bringing curated brand showcases to Copenhagen. The fair equally works in close alliance with Copenhagen Fashion Week, DM&T (the Danish Fashion and Textile association), and Creative Denmark.
