Maghreb Film Festival kicks off in the Netherlands

The seventh edition of the Maghreb Film Festival has begun in Haarlem, Netherlands, running from October 29 to November 1, 2026. The event serves as a platform for cultural exchange between Maghreb, African, and European cinema. The opening featured the film "The Village Next to Paradise" and works by Algerian director Amine Benammar. A special segment was dedicated to Algerian cinema, attended by numerous artists, where the film "Enigma" by Hakim Traïdia was presented. The competition includes notable films such as "Khit Errouh," "Poupiya," and the Tunisian film "Take My Breath." The closing ceremony will feature youth workshops, the awards presentation, and a musical performance by Algerian artists Mohamed Rouane and Ilyas Benbaker.