‘The Voice of Hind Rajab’ Director Kaouther Ben Hania on Opening the Doha Film Festival and Her Struggle for U.S. Distribution: ‘They All Passed’

Studiocanal has released the official UK trailer for 'Megadoc', a documentary directed by Mike Figgis that explores the chaotic making of the film 'Megalopolis'. Despite featuring notable appearances from actors like Francis Ford Coppola, Adam Driver, and Robert De Niro, 'Megalopolis' was a significant box office failure and has since faded from public interest. The documentary premiered at the 2025 Venice and Telluride Film Festivals and is currently available on VOD.

Netflix has released an official trailer for the documentary 'Cover-Up', directed by Laura Poitras and Mark Obenhaus, which pays tribute to investigative journalist Seymour Hersh. The film showcases Hersh's fearless reporting and his role in exposing significant political cover-ups in the United States. It premiered at several prestigious film festivals, including Venice and Telluride, and highlights Hersh's dedication to uncovering the truth.

The inaugural Doha Film Festival commenced with the Middle East premiere of Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania's poignant film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab.' The film, which addresses the impact of conflict on personal lives, was introduced by the victim's mother, who expressed her loss yet emphasized her enduring humanity. This event underscores Qatar's commitment to promoting independent Arab cinema and enhancing its presence in the global film industry.

The inaugural Doha Film Festival opened on an emotional note with the MENA premiere of Kaouther Ben Hania's film 'The Voice of Hind Rajab.' The film, which tells the story of 6-year-old Hind Rajab who was killed in Gaza, was introduced by her mother, highlighting the personal impact of conflict. The festival aims to showcase diverse narratives from the region.