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FEATURED PRESS COVERAGE FOR THE 2024 FILM FESTIVAL

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The National

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"A single animal can often communicate the splendour and suffering of the entire natural world.

 

Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival showcases several such remarkable creatures, among them a snow leopard, a falcon, a river otter, a hen and a donkey. Each of them provides a story that comes as a microcosm of the human relationship to the planet."

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Magpie
 

"The three-day festival, produced in collaboration with Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, this year takes its theme, ‘All Living Things’, from the Quran’s Surah Al An’am: “All living beings roaming the earth and winged birds soaring in the sky are communities like yourselves” (Quran 6:38).

 

In short, the festival asks simply, how can we learn from all living beings, and what new perspectives do all beings generously offer?"

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FEATURED PRESS COVERAGE FOR THE 2023 FILM FESTIVAL

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Yalla Abu Dhabi
 

"The program’s theme serves as a reminder of the invaluable significance of water in addressing global challenges.

 

The event presents a curated selection of ten regional and international films, exploring water’s diverse facets – from its cultural importance to its critical role in our ecosystems."

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Education UAE
 

"His Excellency Ahmed Baharoon, Executive Director – Environmental Information, Science, and Outreach Management at Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi (EAD), underscores the festival’s role in environmental awareness: 'Stories are powerful, and we use them every day. We believe that storytelling is important for embedding sustainability and initiating lasting change. Through its unique and engaging platform, Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival, which EAD sponsors actively, highlights Abu Dhabi’s efforts to mobilise action and engage our community on potential solutions.'"

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FEATURED PRESS COVERAGE FOR THE 2020 FILM FESTIVAL

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The National

 

"The inaugural festival, which will be held at Manarat Al Saadiyat early next month, will address environmental concerns, such as the dangers of climate change and issues of food and electronic waste. But the films will present these topics through storytelling. The aim is to inspire, to move and not to preach, Nezar Andary, artistic director of the festival, tells The National..."

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Time Out Abu Dhabi

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"The inaugural Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival... is set to be held at Manarat Al Saadiyat from February 6 to 8. At the festival, which is free to attend, you can watch a series of films that explore environmental issues, attend talks with environmental activists, workshops and events focused on the topic of waste..."

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Abu Dhabi World

 

"The inaugural Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival will feature ground-breaking and award-winning films; exploring the connections between mankind and the environment and presenting thought provoking perspectives on the natural world. It aims to trigger debate and mobilise action on important environmental issues..."

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Condé Nast Traveller Middle East 

 

"With the intention of spreading awareness, inspiring change and educating, Al Sidr Environmental Film Festival will showcase a series of films that explore environmental issues, as well as offering inspirational talks with environmental activists, workshops and events focused on the topic of waste..."

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