Mena Shalaby between Berlin and Alexandria.. Cinematic creativity and postponed honor
Egyptian star Mena Shalaby’s presence in Berlin, filming her latest movie *Berlin*, written and directed by Ahmed Abdullah. Led to the postponement of her scheduled honor. Mena Shalaby between Berlin and Alexandria Cinematic creativity and postponed honor at the Alexandria Film Festival for Mediterranean Countries.
Postponement of Mena Shalaby’s Honor Due to Filming Commitments
Initially, Menna shalaby was to be honored during the opening ceremony, but her busy filming schedule led to rescheduling her recognition to the festival’s closing ceremony, highlighting the event’s respect for her artistic achievements.
The 40th Alexandria Film Festival
The 40th edition of the Alexandria International Film Festival runs from October 1 to 6, under the patronage of Minister of Culture Dr. Ahmed Fouad Heno and Governor Lieutenant General Ahmed Khaled Hassan Saeed. This year’s festival features notable events, Mena Shalaby between Berlin and Alexandria Cinematic creativity and postponed honor including the celebration of legendary artist Nelly’s career and screenings of her iconic films that left a lasting legacy in cinema.
Competition Juries and International Participation
The Mediterranean Feature Film Competition’s jury is chaired by director Yousry Nasrallah, with members such as Mahdi Abbas, Angelique Cavallari, Khaled Al-Zadjali, and Tamela Kouliva. Thirteen films are competing this year. The Short Film Competition’s jury is led by French actress Marianne Bourgou, with Gizy Bayoumi and Roaa El Madani.
In the Arab Feature Film Competition, named after Nour El-Sherif, the panel is chaired by cinematographer Samir Farag, with Fayek Jarada and Claudia Hanna serving as jurors.
*Love is the King* Promotional Poster
The production company for the movie *Love is the King* (*Al Hawa Sultan*) has released the first promotional poster. Featuring stars Mena Shalaby and Ahmed Dawood sitting on a car trunk. The vibrant streets of Heliopolis, filled with colors of joy, love, and youthfulness.
Plot Overview
*Love is the King* follows a suspenseful and exciting storyline. Mena portraying a government employee with unresolved issues regarding men due to her father remarrying after her mother’s death. Despite her complex, she finds love with Ahmed Dash’s character.
Moeen Al Jaber reassures the public about the health of his father Ali Al Jaber
