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Timur Bekmambetov & Image Nation Abu Dhabi Team On UAE Screenlife Accelerator Program

The initiative will train local talent – both UAE nationals and residents – in the innovative digital filmmaking format, pioneered by Bekmambetov and in which the action is entirely set on computer, tablet or smartphone screens. “The Screenlife Accelerator Program is an opportunity for filmmakers to be at the forefront of this evolution, challenging how we think about moviemaking and pioneering an exciting new format as we continue to build a successful and sustainable film and entertainment industry across the GCC and wider MENA region.” The accelerator program in Abu Dhabi will be open to aspiring and experienced filmmakers with a basic understanding of scriptwriting, directing, and production, as well as an interest in telling stories in a screenlife format.

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