Echoes of Ji.hlava in Cairo

Join us for the inaugural edition of Echoes of Ji.hlava IDFF in Cairo! This unique event highlights a curated selection of films from the festival’s 29th edition held in October 2025 in Czechia. Experience contemporary auteur documentary cinema through intimate personal stories and socially engaged filmmaking that delve into themes of identity, care, displacement, and belonging across various contexts.

In collaboration with: Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival, Zawya Cinema, Czech Centres, and the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Cairo. Supported by Lavaris and Emco.

📅 PROGRAM:

🔴 17 June, 7 PM – Opening Ceremony: Amira's Children + Discussion with Markéta Ekrt Válková
Watch the Alhariri family's inspiring journey as they flee war and find an unexpected home in Czechia.
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🔴 18 June, 7 PM – The Cats, the Sea, and Everything in Between
Join documentary filmmaker Karel Malkoun as she returns to crisis-stricken Lebanon, reflecting on home and distance.
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🔴 19 June, 7 PM – What About Petey?
This observational documentary showcases the dedication of those caring for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
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🔴 20 June, 11 AM – Masterclass with Markéta Ekrt Válková
Dive into the world of filmmaking with renowned director Markéta Ekrt Válková.
Duration: 11:00 - 12:30
Free admission.
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🔴 20 June, 7 PM – Bürglkopf
Explore the contrast between breathtaking Tyrolean landscapes and the reality of a refugee center.
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📍 Venue: Zawya Cinema, 15 Emad El Deen Street, Downtown Cairo
Tickets are available at Zawya Cinema and via the cinema website.

🌐 More Information:

• Ji.hlava IDFF: Visit Here
• Czech Centres: Visit Here
• Zawya Cinema: Visit Here