The third edition of the Children’s International Film Festival in Dubai will begin next week, April 28. The event will feature 56 short and feature films from various parts of the world. These include films shot by children from the UAE. The 10-day festival will run until May 7 at Vox Cinemas. More details are available at the film fest’s website www.ciff.ae.
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Oscar winner Julianne Moore said true gender equality remains a distant goal as she accepted an award on Sunday night for championing women in film at an elegant soiree removed from the Cannes Film Festival red carpet bustle.
Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again
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Dubai unveils region's first museum dedicated to digital art
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