Recap of iFilm's weekly news: Highlights

Here is a recap of the latest updates from iFilm English:

1. iFilm English website has highlighted the remarkable achievements of Iran's master of film editing Mehdi Hosseini-Vand.

2. Veteran Palestinian actor Kamel Al-Basha, celebrated for his commitment to portraying Palestinian stories on the global stage, has brought two significant films to this year's El Gouna Film Festival (GFF). 

3. Starting Thursday, October 31, ‘The Days of Life’, a compelling Iranian drama series, hit iFilm English TV playlist.

4. The Indian-American writer and Pulitzer Prize winner Jhumpa Lahiri has refused to accept an award by the Noguchi Museum in New York City in solidarity with Palestine.

5. Netflix users has reacted to its decision to not renew the licenses for its “Palestinian Stories” collection under the pressure of the Zionist lobby.

6. Jewish Argentinian actor Norman Briski has raised voice for Gaza at the Martín Fierro Film Awards in Argentina.

7. Moataz Barzak has talked from Gaza City about building his house using flour bags allocated for aid in light of the lack of necessary building materials in Gaza due to the war.

8. In a message from Gaza’s Khan Younis, Palestinian filmmaker Saud Muhanna has expressed solidarity and gratitude toward the Ammar International Popular Film Festival (AIPFF).

9. The 18th edition of the International Documentary Film Festival of Iran, known as Cinema Verité, has announced a central focus on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

10. In a celebration of cinematic talent, the film ‘A Short Film About Kids’ has emerged victorious at the 41st Tehran International Short Film Festival.

11. Iranian television is preparing for a new lineup of series, including ‘Honeymoon’, ‘The Fan’ and ‘Youthscape’.

12. Iranian documentary filmmaker Javad Qaraee has commended Iran's air defense capabilities.

13. iFilm English TV featured the movie ‘Hello Mumbai’ as part of its weekend entertainment lineup on October 26, 2024.

13. US congresswoman says Israel has weaponized starvation against people in Gaza.

14. Palestinian children learn the hard way about body parts, unlike children worldwide who learn through a famous nursery rhyme.

15. iFilm English TV Channel started airing the Iranian series ‘A Mother's Song’ on October 28, 2024.