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Salem Brahimi

Salem Brahimi is a French-Algerian filmmaker, screenwriter and producer. Born in London, his films, including “Let Them Come” and “Abd-El-Kader,” bring Arab stories to international audiences. A voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, he advises cultural and media leaders and their organizations across Europe and the Middle East.

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The long game of film

For all the glitz and glamor that will descend upon Cannes in a few days, the world’s most respected film festival is also a battleground. It was created in 1939 to stand against the fascist influence that had taken over the Venice Film Festival.

May 03, 2026