El Gouna Film Festival announces the opening of accreditation applications for its 8th edition, set to take place from October 16 to 24, 2025.
Applications are open to filmmakers and cinema industry professionals, journalists, photographers, radio and television correspondents, online media editors, correspondents from news agencies and both Arab and international press, public relations agents for films screening at the festival, as well as students.
In addition to film screenings, accreditation grants access to a wealth of opportunities, including panel discussions, specialized workshops, masterclasses with renowned cinema experts, and networking events with local and international production and distribution companies, hosted at the “CineGouna Market.”
Sarah Bissada, Deputy Executive Director of El Gouna Film Festival, stated:
“We place great importance on the experience of our guests, whether they are industry professionals or members of the press, ensuring they work in a professional environment that allows them to access the festival’s most prominent screenings and events.
We are especially delighted by the growing presence of young attendees, whose fresh energy and innovative ideas are vital to the future of cinema. Providing spaces where they can learn, engage, and take part in shaping the industry’s future. Accreditation is more than just an entry pass, it is the key to becoming part of this unique cultural experience, and we look forward to receiving your applications soon.”
Previous editions of the festival have welcomed hundreds of filmmakers, distributors, and sales agents, alongside hundreds of journalists from Egypt, the region, and around the world. The festival has garnered extensive media coverage, generating thousands of articles and reports, as well as visual and audio features across leading international platforms.
Applications can be submitted via our official website starting tomorrow, August 15, 2025 https://elgounafilmfestival.com/accreditation
