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Exclusive: Palestinian filmmakers Cherien Dabis and May Odeh are teaming up with Canadian producer Ina Fichman on an adaptation of Suad Amiry’s 2003 novel Sharon And My Mother-In-Law.

Amiry’s novel is an account of living in the West Bank from the early eighties up until 2003, including a period when her mother-in-law moved in during the Israeli invasion of Ramallah in March 2000.

“The film is about the everyday harassment of the Israeli soldiers that never makes it into the news,” says Ramallah-based writer, architect and conservationist Amiry.

The book gives a wry but piercing human glimpse into the reality of life in Occupied Palestine. It was translated into 17 languages and also won Italy’s prestigious Viareggio Prize for literature in 2003.

“What I love so much about Sharon And My Mother-in-Law is Suad Amiry’s sharp and often hilarious observations of the absurdities of life under occupation. I’m very excited...

The Philippines’ QCinema International Film Festival is gearing for the upcoming Cannes Film Festival with the global launch of QCinema Industry, a year-round professional platform that aims to position Quezon City as Southeast Asia’s premier film hub.

The expansion marks a significant evolution for the 13-year-old festival as it seeks to deepen the region’s presence in the global content ecosystem by fostering co-production, talent development and policy dialogue across the Philippine and Southeast Asian film sectors.

“We’re proud to present QCinema Industry at Cannes, the world’s most prestigious film festival, to signal the growing impact and ambition of Southeast Asian cinema,” said Liza Diño, who heads the new initiative.

Diño emphasized the program’s strong documentary focus: “A dedicated documentary section is essential in any world-class festival. It affirms the power of non-fiction storytelling to reveal truths, provoke dialogue, and drive social impact. Through initiatives like QCinema Dokyu Days,...