Masters of cinema and global film professionals endorse Qumra
Mar 20, 2016
Masters of cinema & global film professionals endorse
Qumra for its innovative and purposeful approach and
positive impact on regional industry
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Qumra Master Joshua Oppenheimer explores the nature and purpose of non-fiction film and empathy in cinema
Mar 10, 2016
Masterclass by Oppenheimer discusses the importance of metaphor in documentary filmmaking, sentimentality as a form of escapism and the impact of political…
Industry experts reveal insights to securing funding for film projects during Doha Film Institute’s Qumra event
Mar 10, 2016
Having a grand ambition and vision for cinema is one thing; securing the funds and production support, however, serves a stumbling block for many.
NU-Q – DFI report indicates shifting, expanding media industries in Middle East
Mar 09, 2016
A new report by Northwestern University in Qatar…
Qumra Master Aleksandr Sokurov challenges typical notions of cinema to inspire young filmmakers to push boundaries
Mar 09, 2016
Masterclass by Sokurov urges filmmakers to learn all aspects of cinema
Discover oneself through cinema, advises Qumra Master Naomi Kawase
Mar 08, 2016
Masterclass by Kawase becomes a spiritual journey into her life and outlook
Pursue artistic vision but also focus on smart marketing, experts tell emerging filmmakers at Qumra
Mar 08, 2016
In another day of intensive project development sessions and consultations with international industry experts…
Be ready to change your minds and take on projects that challenge you to keep motivated, advises Qumra Master Nuri Bilge Ceylan
Mar 07, 2016
Masterclass by Ceylan takes audiences through his films, scripting process and keen interest in the editing process
James Schamus inspires a packed audience at Qumra revealing how he first got interested in film, his long working relationship with Academy-Award winning filmmaker Ang Lee, his experience as a producer, screenwriter and CEO in independent cinema, and his
Mar 07, 2016
Moderated by Richard Pēna, the session showed clips from Schamus’ films including Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, Ride with the Devil and his short documentary T
Qumra is a powerful platform to build young talent and expand horizons of Arab cinema, say industry experts
Mar 07, 2016
Know your audience and build a personal narrative to make your films heard and seen, they tell delegates at second edition of Qumra in Doha
Government Entities, MNCs and Industry Leaders Confirm Support for Second Edition of Qumra
Mar 07, 2016
The second edition of Qumra, a Doha Film Institute initiative that seeks to provide mentorship, nurturing, and hands-on development…
More than 100 film industry experts including festival directors, producers, sales agents and consultants to attend 2nd edition of Qumra presented by the Doha Film Institute
Feb 29, 2016
Qumra, the annual industry event by the Doha Film Institute designed to nurture the development of emerging filmmakers, will welcome more than 100…
Doha Film Institute announces 33 projects from 19 countries to participate in second edition of Qumra
Feb 24, 2016
The Doha Film Institute today announced the 33 projects from 19 countries selected to take part in the second edition of Qumra…
Doha Film Institute brings the best of Masters and New Voices in Cinema with 2016 Qumra screenings
Feb 16, 2016
The second edition of Qumra, the industry development event organised by the Doha Film Institute, will present a highly engaging selection of movies by five…
Filmmakers James Schamus and Joshua Oppenheimer unveiled as final two Qumra Masters
Feb 14, 2016
Screenwriter/producer/director James Schamus (The Ice Storm, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Indignation) and acclaimed documentary filmmaker Joshua…