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By SALAAM ABDUL KHALIQ, Columnist
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As the gap between the Arab world and the West widens, the need for building cultural bridges becomes increasingly important. In some parts of the Arab world, serious efforts are being made to build these bridges, and film seems to be the undisputed preferred tool. Leading this effort is the United Arab Emirates (probably the most modern and richest country in the Muslim world). Flush with cash and expert know-how, the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) – held every year from Dec. 9-16 – has become a magnet attracting filmmakers and film lovers from around the world. |
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