Amman International Film Festival - Awal Film
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The Amman International Film Festival – Awal Film is Jordan’s leading international film festival and is notable for its focus on debut work, as “Awal Film” means “First Film.” It showcases Arab and international films, with competitions for narrative features, documentaries, shorts, and non-Arab debut films, and it has become an important platform for emerging filmmakers and Arab cinema in the region.[2][4]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+10 pts)
- 6 years of verifiable history
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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