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Oman, Iran discuss enhanced cinematic cooperation
The meeting underscored a shared commitment to promoting films with themes of resilience and freedom, Ana News Agency reported.
The festival, increasingly recognized as a pivotal platform for showcasing films addressing pressing regional and global issues, has gained considerable traction within the Middle East and beyond, according to Al-Khanjari.
Its focus on narratives reflecting the struggles of marginalized communities, particularly those stemming from the conflicts in Palestine and Gaza, has resonated strongly with audiences and filmmakers alike.
The festival’s recent iterations have mirrored the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Middle East, amplifying the voices of those impacted by oppression.
Al-Khanjari lauded the festival’s ability to serve as a conduit for conveying the plight of the oppressed, noting a surge in interest from artists across the globe.
Ghafari Qadir echoed this sentiment, characterizing the festival as a gathering for “free and liberated people” worldwide.
He emphasized the event’s ambition to foster global dialogue and leverage cinema as a tool to unite individuals and intellectuals dedicated to dismantling the influence of Zionism and global hegemony.
“The International Resistance Film Festival does not belong solely to Iran,” Ghafari Qadir stated, “but to all free people of diverse cultures, religions, and backgrounds.”
He stressed the importance of promoting a culture of resistance and translating it on an international stage.
Al-Khanjari extended an invitation to an Iranian delegation to visit Oman for a “Resistance Film Week,” signaling a concerted effort to expand cultural and artistic ties.
The initiative aims to further cement the burgeoning relationship between the two countries through the medium of film.