"Muhammad Siraj" He refuses to judge Israeli films at the Lima Film Festival
In a step that reflects an uncompromising humanitarian and national principle, Egyptian director and writer Mohamed Serage El-Din announced his refusal to arbitrate Israeli films participating in the Lima International Film Festival, one of the most prominent international film festivals in South America.
This year, the festival brings together more than 3,000 films from 100 countries around the world, and is a major platform for showcasing cultural diversity and cinematic creativity.
Mohamed Serageldin, who for the second year in a row is a member of the committee The festival’s international jury is known for its firm positions on Arab issues, especially the Palestinian issue.
In the previous session, he chaired the horror films jury, while this year he participates in the general jury for all films.
< p> However, he announced through his official social media platforms his withdrawal from arbitration on any Israeli films, stressing his categorical refusal to deal with works that represent the occupying state. The Zionist.
His statements received wide interaction and great praise from his fans and organizations supporting the Palestinian cause, and came in response to the inclusion of six Israeli films in the list of participating films.
Mohamed Siraj El-Din explained that His position stems from his commitment to his principles of rejecting cultural normalization with the Israeli occupation.
On the other hand, the festival witnesses a distinguished Arab presence, as the film participates Palestinian and three Iranian films, in addition to four Egyptian films and other works from Tunisia, Morocco, Syria and Lebanon.
These contributions reflect the vitality of Arab cinema and its role in highlighting the issues of the Arab peoples on the global scene.
Mohamed Siraj El-Din’s position highlights the importance of adhering to national and humanitarian principles in the world of art and culture, and adds to his record as an innovator committed to the issues of his nation, which makes him a role model for future generations.
This position of his It is not just an individual decision, but a message to the world that art can be a weapon for change and advocacy of truth.
Mohamed Siraj El-Din concluded his statement by saying: “Art is a principle before it is a means of expression, and my position today is an extension of my belief that true culture “Inseparable from morals and values,” stressing the importance of the role of artists in supporting just causes.
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