Future University Hosts the Opening of the Sixth Babylon Animation Film Festival Future University hosted the opening ceremony of the sixth edition of the Babylon Animation Film Festival on Sunday, 11 October 2026, under the patronage of the University President, Professor Dr Hassan Shaker Majdi. The ceremony was attended by Dr Ali Al-Shallah, Director of the Babylon International Festival of Cultures and Arts, along with a number of artists, writers, intellectuals, cinema enthusiasts, and participants from Arab and foreign countries. The festival featured films from Egypt, Russia, Tatarstan, Ukraine, Tunisia, Lebanon, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Palestine, and the Sultanate of Oman, providing an opportunity to exchange artistic experiences and promote animation cinema. The opening ceremony began with the Iraqi national anthem, followed by a speech on behalf of the University Presidency, delivered by Professor Dr Muzafar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision at the university. He emphasized Future University’s commitment to supporting creativity, hosting cultural and artistic events, and strengthening communication between Iraqi creators and their counterparts from Arab and foreign countries. For his part, the Festival President, Professor Dr Amer Sabah Al-Marzouk, highlighted the festival’s importance in supporting the animation film industry and providing filmmakers with opportunities to exchange experiences and artistic expertise. The first day’s programme featured 14 films during the morning session, while the evening session included an intellectual seminar entitled “Artificial Intelligence and Animation Film Production,” alongside screenings of 17 participating films. The ceremony also honoured Future University and the Director of the Babylon International Festival of Cultures and Arts in recognition of their efforts in supporting cultural and artistic activities. The festival’s second day continues with cinematic screenings highlighting Egyptian animation traditions, marking 90 years of Arab animation cinema. The programme also includes a book-signing ceremony, recognition of participants and festival committees, the announcement of results, and the distribution of awards. Future University’s hosting of this event reflects its commitment to supporting cultural and artistic activities and embracing creative initiatives that strengthen the cultural presence of Babylon Governorate and foster communication among artists, intellectuals, and filmmakers. Future University… Your First Step Towards a Promising Academic Future. #Future_University_First_Among_Private_Universities_And_Colleges
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