Algerian Radio
As part of the 6th edition of the Annaba Mediterranean Film Festival, an exhibition dedicated to the "Cinematic Memory of Algeria and Egypt" is currently being held at the Annaba Train Station.
The opening ceremony took place on Saturday evening in the presence of the Chief of Cabinet of the Wali of Annaba, the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to Algeria, Abdel Latif El Layeh, the Festival Commissioner, Mohamed Allal, and the Director of Culture and Arts for the province of Annaba, Saliha Berkouk, along with several artists and international guests.
In a statement on the occasion, Festival Commissioner Mohamed Allal emphasized that organizing this exhibition at the train station, a protected national monument—aims to bring the "Seventh Art" closer to the public and place cinema at the heart of vital public spaces. He added that the exhibition celebrates the deep-rooted artistic ties between Algerian and Egyptian cinema, reflecting the festival’s commitment to valuing cinematic archives as an integral part of the Mediterranean cultural identity.
For her part, the Director of Culture, Saliha Berkouk, stated that hosting the exhibition at the train station "carries a special symbolism as a historical space reflecting the fragrance of memory." She noted that this activity aligns with the festival's goals of reviving shared cinematic memory and falls within the efforts of the culture sector to enhance artistic mobility and openness to various forms of expression.
The exhibition offers visitors a diverse collection of film posters documenting landmark works in the history of Algerian and Egyptian cinema, as well as a display of old and modern technical equipment highlighting the evolution of cinematic tools.
The event also features a significant contribution from the "Adhoua" Association of Algiers, which participated with documentary models and acquisitions that enriched the exhibition's content, shedding light on prominent milestones in cinematic production history.
The exhibition remains open to the public throughout the festival, serving as a space to promote shared cinematic heritage and strengthen Mediterranean cultural exchange.
