Film Programmer

Film Programmer

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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

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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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