Ali Qana House announced that the launch of the “Libyan Film Festival” in its first edition will take place on December 26 and 27, 2025, at its headquarters in Janzur, with the participation of a number of filmmakers and those interested in cinema.
The festival aims to provide a cultural space that brings together filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts, highlighting the diversity of Libyan stories and their visual experiences, in addition to opening a serious dialogue about the reality and future prospects of the film industry in Libya.
The festival’s program includes a series of film screenings and discussion sessions that seek to enhance interaction between the audience and specialists, and encourage cultural and artistic debate about Libyan cinema.
Details of the accompanying programs and events are scheduled to be announced via the official platforms of Ali Qana House in the coming period.
Ali Qana House
Ali Qana House is a historic residence located in the city of Kashan, Iran, dating back to the Qajar era in the 19th century. It is renowned for its exquisite traditional Persian architecture, featuring intricate stucco work, beautiful stained-glass windows, and a central courtyard with a reflecting pool.
Libyan Film Festival
The Libyan Film Festival is an annual cultural event founded in 2011, emerging in the wake of the Arab Spring to celebrate and promote Libyan cinema and storytelling. It serves as a key platform for Libyan filmmakers to showcase their work, often addressing themes of social change, identity, and the nation’s complex history.
Janzur
Janzur is a coastal town located west of Tripoli in Libya, historically known for its Italian colonial-era architecture and as a former agricultural settlement. It gained broader attention in 2011 when it served as a key military base for Muammar Gaddafi’s forces during the civil war.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural sites include the well-preserved Roman ruins of Leptis Magna, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
