Sarah Bissada: Deputy Executive Director at El Gouna Film Festival | Qalam & Mic S2: Art & Culture
About this episode
In this episode, Sarah Bissada discusses her role in film festivals and the impact of technology on creativity.
Welcome to Episode 6 of Qalam & Mic – Season 2, featuring Sarah Bissada, Deputy Executive Director at El Gouna Film Festival and one of the key voices shaping cultural and cinematic events in the region. From learning under Ezzat Abou Aouf to her impactful work with both the Cairo and El Gouna Film Festivals, Sarah continues to elevate visual culture and support emerging talent.In this episode, she takes us behind the scenes of festival planning, discusses the role of technology and AI in creativity, and highlights why Egypt remains a powerful hub for cinema. You’ll discover:* The year-round work behind major film festivals* How CIFF and El Gouna complement each other* Why AI is a tool that empowers creativity* The cultural and economic impact of festivals
People in this episode
Guest: Sarah Bissada
Topics covered
- film festivals
- cultural events
- technology in creativity
- AI in arts
- Egyptian cinema
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: El Gouna Film Festival, Cairo Film Festival
Places: Egypt
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