Ajyal Film Festival 2024 to Open with ‘Sudan, Remember Us’ Marking Resilience Through Cinema

Doha Film Institute (DFI) will proudly open the Ajyal Film Festival on November 16th, 2024 with Sudan, Remember Us (Tunisia, France, Qatar) by Hind Meddeb, a powerful and timely documentary marking resilience and humanity through cinema, at Qatar’s much-anticipated annual gathering of global cinema, creativity, and cultural storytelling. Ajyal attendees will have the opportunity to witness firsthand the powerful role that storytelling and cinema play in bridging cultures and inspiring empathy across borders.

A Doha Film Institute-supported film, ‘Sudan, Remember Us’ directed by emerging female director Hind Meddeb is a masterful depiction of compelling young activists in their fight for freedom using words, poems, and chants. The inspiring documentary delves deep into the untold stories of Sudan, bringing forward young voices of resilience, dignity, and hope in the face of turmoil, and highlights the strength of the Sudanese people in their struggle for peace and unity The film premiered at the Venice Film Festival earlier this year, and aptly conveys the power of dreams, hope, and creativity to challenge oppressive forces.

“Opening Ajyal with ‘Sudan, Remember Us’ reflects our commitment to bring light to regions often overlooked and amplify voices that embody the resilience and strength of the human spirit,” said Fatma Hassan Alremaihi, CEO of Doha Film Institute and Ajyal Festival Director. “Ajyal is a festival that honours hope, courage, and shared humanity, and this documentary epitomizes those values, reminding us all of the power of cinema to raise awareness, inspire compassion, and foster unity.”

Ajyal Film Festival is known for bringing together global artists and film lovers to engage in meaningful dialogue, explore new perspectives, and celebrate the transformative power of storytelling. This year’s edition promises a diverse programme that will resonate with audiences of all ages, bring communities together to experience the many inspiring and thought-provoking stories that await.