El Gouna Film Festival 2025
The El Gouna Film Festival 2025 is one of the most anticipated cultural and cinematic events in the Middle East and North Africa, taking place this year from October 16–24, 2025 in the luxurious Red Sea town of El Gouna. Known for its glamorous red carpet moments, global premieres, and high-profile celebrity guests, the El Gouna Film Festival 2025 is a must-attend event for filmmakers, industry professionals, and cinema enthusiasts from around the world.
Since its debut in 2017, the festival has grown into a regional powerhouse, promoting independent cinema and bold storytelling. Each year, the festival screens more than 80 films from over 40 countries, including narrative features, documentaries, and shorts. The 2025 edition will once again feature competitions for Best Arab Film, Best Actor/Actress, Best Short Film, and Best Documentary — with awards totaling over $230,000 USD.
Beyond the screenings, the CineGouna Platform offers a dynamic professional space for filmmakers to network, attend masterclasses, and pitch their projects to potential producers and investors. This platform has supported dozens of successful regional projects and offers more than $400,000 in development and post-production grants.
The setting in El Gouna, a luxury eco-friendly resort town near Hurghada, adds to the festival’s allure — combining art, cinema, and travel into one unforgettable experience.
