5TH EDITION

STIGMA

2023

We have chosen Stigma to be our focus in 2023 because it is cross cutting with several physical and mental illnesses, in addition to being the reason behind physical and psychological illnesses. Medfest EG believes that films and arts are highly useful in society since they enable viewers to get an understanding of people's lives and how stigma can have a significant impact on people's wellness.

HONORARY

AWARDS

MedFest Egypt proudly honors individuals whose contributions to film and health have shaped our conversations and inspired audiences. Here are the distinguished honorees from our latest edition of the festival, recognized for their achievements on and off the screen.

Sawsan Badr
SAWSAN BADR Actress
Sawsan Badr is an award‑winning actress whose four-decade career spans film, television, and theater—and who brings depth and social insight to every role she plays.
nabil el Qot
DR. NABIL ELKOT Leading Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr. Nabil Elkot is a leading Consultant psychiatrist with over three decades of experience known for bridging clinical expertise with media,drama, research, and international humanitarian work.
THE CREATIVE PULSE

COMPETITIONS

Creativity lies at the heart of MedFest, and our competitions provide a platform for new voices and perspectives. Let’s dive into the talent showcased this year.

FILM COMPETITION

Celebrating the best short films from emerging and established filmmakers.

PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

Visual storytellers explore the intersection of health, humanity, and. cinema

OUR

JURIES

FILM JURY

yousry nasrallah
YOUSRY NASRALLAH Internationally acclaimed director and screenwriter
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MUHAMMAD TAYMOUR Producer, Director, and Video Artist
tharaa gubail
THARAA GOUBAIL Actress and Screenwriter
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DR.MANEL SOUSSI President of Tunisian federation of cine-clubs

PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETION JURY

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FADY GWANNY International Professional Photographer
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MARWA ABOU LEILA Co-founder and Managing Partner of Photopia
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MAHER DIAB Co-founder of MAD Solutions, Visual Artist, and Photographer
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PARTNERSHIPS

MedFest Egypt is made possible through the collaboration and support of our sponsors and partners. Their commitment to our mission enables us to create meaningful conversations through cinema and health.

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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

OUR PARTNERS

MEDIA PARTNERS

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

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MedFest Egypt is constantly growing, evolving, and expanding its impact. Whether you want to stay informed about our upcoming projects, partner with us, or collaborate creatively, we invite you to join our community. Let’s work together to bring more stories to life and continue exploring the powerful connection between cinema and health.