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Al-Ahram Weekly
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Palestinian film Thank You for Banking With Us scoops awards at Casablanca Festival - Screens - Arts & Culture
Palestinian film Thank You for Banking With Us won the Grand Prize and Best Actress award at the sixth edition of the Casablanca Arab Film Festival (13-20 June). Thank You for Banking With Us, written and directed by Laila Abbas, won the Grand Prize in the Feature Film Competition. The film follows Mariam and Noura, who discover that their father left a huge sum of money behind after his death. They come up with an elaborate scheme to abscond with the money before their brother, who is legally entitled to half the inheritance, finds out about their father's death. Clara Khoury, an American actress of Palestinian origin, who portrays Maryam in the film, won the Best Actress award. The film also stars Yasmine Al-Massri, Kamel El-Basha, and Ashraf Barhoum. Among numerous recognitions, Khoury attracted particular attention for her role in the comedy-drama In Jerusalem, Love Has Many Roadblocks (Al-Quds fee Yom Akhar, 2002), directed by Hany Abu-Assad. The film, also screened under Rana's Wedding, was nominated for the Critics' Week Grand Prize at the Cannes Film Festival 2002. The awards scored in Casablanca add to the many other recognitions that Thank You for Banking With Us garnered over the past months. The film won the Silver Alexander for Best Director at the Thessaloniki Film Festival, the Golden Star at the El Gouna Film Festival, and the Bader Best Feature Film Award at the Ajyal Film Festival. It also won the Best Feature Fiction award at Beirut International Women Film Festival and the Best Screenplay award at Malmö Arab Film Festival, among others. This was not the only Palestinian win at the festival's sixth edition. Maha Haj's short film Upshot won Best Screenplay at the Short Film Competition. The film follows a couple who are withdrawing from the world and carefully constructing a fantasy life. An uninvited guest jeopardizes their reality, bringing forth a devastating revelation from their past. The film stars Mohammad Bakri, Amer Hlehel, and Areen Omari. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Identity
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Identity
New Awards for 'Thank You for Banking With Us' at Cannes Festival
'Thank You for Banking With Us', directed by Laila Abbas, has received new awards. The film won two awards at the Critics Awards for Arab Films on the sidelines of the Cannes International Film Festival; the Best Film and the Best Director for Laila Abbas. Producers Shahinaz Al-Akkad and Hanna Atallah received the awards. The awards were granted by a jury of 281 film critics from across the world. Shahinaz Al-Akkad, who co-produced and distributed the film, expressed her gladness with the two new awards on the sidelines of Cannes Festival. Recently, the film won multiple awards from festivals across the world. It has also received acclaim since its recent screenings in numerous countries; Egypt, KSA, and the UAE, in addition to its participation in many festivals.
What's On
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Box office watch: Everything on at Cinema Akil this May
Prepare to have your mind blown at Cinema Akil this May… May is the month of madness, and this line-up at Cinema Akil is sure to stay with you long after the credits have rolled. Everyone's favourite independent arthouse cinema and the go-to spot for alternative watching is bringing a curation that's hot like the summer we're in right now – big, bold and bizarre films, from intense dramas to nail-biting thrillers and a mind-bending, mind-boggling sci-fi flick. Also, two films from the recent Reel Palestine collection are back to the big screen, by popular demand. Revisit the masterpieces that were To a Land Unknown and Thank You for Banking With Us . The program… Monsieur Aznavour (May 13 – May 14) brings to life the extraordinary rise of Charles Aznavour, one of France's most beloved singers and actors. Directed by Mehdi Idir and Grand Corps Malade, the film follows his journey from struggling artist to international icon, set against the backdrop of post-war France. (May 13 – May 14) brings to life the extraordinary rise of Charles Aznavour, one of France's most beloved singers and actors. Directed by Mehdi Idir and Grand Corps Malade, the film follows his journey from struggling artist to international icon, set against the backdrop of post-war France. Mickey 17 (May 16 – June 30) by Academy Award-winning Bong Joon Ho , follows a disposable employee sent on a human expedition to colonize the ice world Niflheim. After one iteration perishes, his body is regenerated with most of his memories intact, leading to a dangerous and complex journey of survival and discovery. (May 16 – June 30) by Academy Award-winning Bong Joon Ho follows a disposable employee sent on a human expedition to colonize the ice world Niflheim. After one iteration perishes, his body is regenerated with most of his memories intact, leading to a dangerous and complex journey of survival and discovery. I am Still Here (May 30 – June 29) directed by Walter Salles, follows a mother who is forced to reinvent herself when her family's life is torn apart by an act of arbitrary violence amid the tightening grip of Brazil's military dictatorship in 1971. From Reel Palestine… Thank You For Banking With Us (May 13 – May 15) is a gripping drama by Laila Abbas, making its return to Cinema Akil after its run at Reel Palestine. The film explores themes of family, inheritance, and resistance, following two sisters who must put aside their differences to fight against Sharia law, which grants their brother double their rightful share of the inheritance. (May 13 – May 15) is a gripping drama by Laila Abbas, making its return to after its run at Reel Palestine. The film explores themes of family, inheritance, and resistance, following two sisters who must put aside their differences to fight against Sharia law, which grants their brother double their rightful share of the inheritance. To A Land Unknown (May 15 – June 30)which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival at the Director's Fortnight, tells the powerful story of two young men willing to risk everything for a brighter future. Trapped in the struggles of Athens, they hatch a dangerous plan to escape their grim reality, setting the stage for a tense journey of survival and hope. For the full schedule, visit @cinemaakil Images: Supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
