A Love Letter to Cinema 🎞️🇯🇴 Experience Cinema Kawakeb at the Amman International Film Festival
Making its Jordanian Premiere, Cinema Kawakeb is a deeply moving documentary that captures the final days of an old Amman cinema, revealing stories of loss, resilience, and the people who refuse to let memories disappear.
Directed by Mahmoud Massad, the film follows the lives of the cinema’s final employees as they navigate personal struggles while their once-thriving space slowly fades away, creating a powerful reflection on memory, change, and survival.
Event Details
📅 Screening Date: July 30, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Rainbow Theater – Theater
🎬 Duration: 80 minutes + Q&A
👨👩👧👦 Age Rating: All Audiences
🗣️ Language: Arabic
🔤 Subtitles: English
💬 Q&A: Available
What to Expect
🎞️ A Story About Cinema, Memory & Change
Follow the final chapter of an old Amman cinema and the personal stories of those who remain connected to it through difficult times.
🇯🇴 A Jordanian Documentary Experience
Discover a local story that reflects broader themes of identity, resilience, and the changing cultural landscape of the region.
🏆 International Festival Recognition
Selected by Doc Lisboa and CPH:DOX, and winner of Best Film at the Ramsgate International Film & TV Festival, the documentary has gained international recognition for its unique storytelling.
💬 Live Q&A Session
Stay after the screening for a conversation with the filmmakers and explore the creative process behind this intimate portrait of loss and perseverance.
🎟️ Booking Information
Seats are limited for both screenings. If a screening reaches full capacity, standby waiting lines will be available for any last-minute seats. Early booking is recommended.