Film Programmer
Film Programmer
Cinema Programming with Vision & Context
I design film programs that resonate — for festivals, cultural institutions, embassies, and traveling showcases. Each program is crafted to speak to local identity while reaching global audiences.
Curating with care. Bridging stories. Reimagining screens.
As a cinema programmer, I don’t just select films — I compose experiences.
From world cinema to local gems, my programming approach blends visual curation,
cultural context, and audience intimacy.
I specialize in crafting programs that feel personal yet expansive — where underrepresented voices, subtle aesthetics, and bold ideas meet.
Programming Focus
Gulf Cinema Spotlight – Celebrating contemporary voices and visual experimentation from the Arabian Gulf.
Saudi Animated Shorts – A rare glimpse into the emerging world of Saudi animation.
Women in Cinema: Quiet Power – Centering female narratives that speak through nuance, not noise.
Experimental and Hybrid Forms – Films that blur the lines between documentary, fiction, and art.
Sensory Cinema – Films that prioritize texture, rhythm, and mood over linearity.
Let’s Collaborate
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I'm open to guest programming roles, festival curation invitations, and cultural partnerships.
fatm@louwim.com
Past Programs & Collaborations
Ithra Cinema – Lead programmer since 2022
Curated 40+ programs including Eid Series, Japan Film Week, and Women in Cinema.
Saudi Film Festival – VR film showcase, local talents curation.
Special screenings:
Howle’s moving castle
Sweet Bean (Naomi Kawase)
One Cut of the Dead + interactive audience Q&A with the Director
Client
King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture - Ithra
Year
17/01/2025
Our Services
Film Programming & Curation
Curating tailored programs for festivals, cultural institutes, embassies, and private showcases. From Saudi animation to world cinema retrospectives, I create lineups that resonate with audiences while reflecting cultural depth.
Deliverables:
curated slate, synopses, screening order, promotional copy.
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Programming Consultancy & Partnerships
Collaborating with cultural partners on themed programs, workshops, and activations that connect cinema with audiences in unexpected ways.
Deliverables:
concept development, interactive experiences.
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