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Oman Partnership

Connecting cultures through the universal language of cinema

The Arab International Film Festival of Australia (AIFFA) was initiated through a partnership between the Oman Film Society and the International Film Festival of Australia (IFFA), with a shared vision of using cinema to connect Oman, the Arab world, and Australia. Through this collaboration, the Oman Film Society supports AIFFA as a cultural and creative initiative designed to strengthen cross-cultural understanding, artistic exchange, and people-to-people connections through film.

The Shared Vision

AIFFA was developed with a clear and common purpose: to create a platform where Arab cinema can be celebrated internationally while fostering meaningful cultural dialogue between regions.

Connect filmmakers and audiences across Oman, the Arab world, and Australia.

Support Arab filmmakers through education and professional development.

Promote cultural understanding through storytelling and cinema.

Encourage long-term creative and industry collaboration.

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Programs

Mentorship & Masterclasses

As part of this joint initiative, AIFFA delivers mentorship and masterclass programmes that support filmmakers at different stages of their creative journey. These programmes may include:

  • One-on-one mentorship with experienced industry professionals.

  • Group masterclasses and practical workshops.

  • Script and project development support.

  • Career guidance and industry insight.

These activities are delivered through AIFFA, with IFFA as the delivery partner, in collaboration with the Oman Film Society.

Oman Spotlight

AIFFA may present a dedicated Oman Spotlight within the festival programme, recognising the creative contribution of Omani filmmakers within a broader Arab and international context. This may include:

Screenings

Screenings of selected Omani films.

Dialogue

Filmmaker talks and audience Q&A sessions.

Showcases

Cultural showcases highlighting Omani stories and perspectives.

Cultural Bridge

Cultural & Industry Exchange

Through this partnership, AIFFA serves as a bridge between Oman, the Arab world, and Australia, using cinema as a tool for cultural diplomacy and creative exchange. These exchanges encourage dialogue, collaboration, and lasting creative relationships that extend beyond the festival.

AIFFA is delivered by the International Film Festival of Australia (IFFA), in partnership with the Oman Film Society.