Doha Film Institute (DFI) will screen German films by master filmmakers at the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) Auditorium from today until February 10 to mark its celebration of the Qatar Germany 2017 Year of Culture.
Organized in cooperation with the German Embassy, the Goethe-Institut Gulf Region and Qatar Museums, the German Film Week underlines the year-long cultural collaboration between Qatar and Germany to build a legacy of artistic exchange.
Fatma Al Remaihi, Chief Executive Officer of DFI, said: “The German Film Week is our tribute to celebrate the Qatar Germany Year of Culture. Along with our partners at Goethe-Institut Gulf Region and the German Embassy, we have curated an eclectic selection of German films for our local audiences that reflect the rich contribution made by the country to the global film industry.”
“The modern masters in German cinema have set innovative trends and approaches in filmmaking, which are showcased through our programme that includes classics from Wim Wenders and Werner Herzog along with contemporary titles with two films focused on the youth. These films are not only entertaining but also of great educational value for our emerging film talents, who can benefit from experiencing the diverse genres included in the showcase.”
Dr Elke Kaschl Mohni, Regional Director MENA of the Goethe-Institut said, “The Goethe-Institut is pleased to cooperate intensively with Doha Film Institute in its film initiatives during Qatar Germany Year of Culture 2017. "
