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Palestinian film Gaza 13, directed by Hossam Abu Dan, has won the NETPAC Award at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival. The director’s first feature film was shot entirely in the Gaza Strip by a Palestinian crew, despite the challenges of displacement, power cuts and a shortage of equipment.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed creating an “associate member” status for Canada, a framework that could deepen its economic, security and political cooperation with the European Union. The proposed status would not grant full membership or automatic voting rights, as implementing it would require a legal framework and negotiations to define rights and obligations.
Palestinian feature film Gaza 13, directed by Hossam Abu Dan, is taking part in the 51st Toronto International Film Festival, running through September 20. Through the story of a 13-year-old girl, the film portrays the war’s impact on Gaza’s residents and their dreams, having been made with limited resources amid bombardment and technical and production challenges.
The 51st Toronto International Film Festival opens on 10 September with nearly 300 films, including four Arab productions. The festival combines competition for the People’s Choice Award with efforts to strengthen films’ prospects during awards season and expand its distribution market, which is expected to receive more than 6,000 delegates.
