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Middle East Film Festival

Presented by Middle East Center at FSU at Askew Student Life Center

The Middle East Center at FSU is on its 11th year to recognize, present, and discuss a variety of films from across the Middle East. Palestine, Israel, Syria, Afghanistan, Iran, and Lebanon are all represented in this year’s lineup

The Middle East Center and the ASLC are teaming up for the 11th year to recognize, present, and discuss a variety of films from across the Middle East. Palestine, Israel, Syria, Afghanistan, Iran, and Lebanon are all represented in this year’s lineup, with titles extending until November 4th. All films are free to the general public, and several are showing for the very first time in Tallahassee. Don’t miss your opportunity to see these excellent films on the big screen! All films will be screened at the Askew Student Life Cinema building.

A reception will follow the opening night on October 12th at 7 PM. Be ready for some great music, delicious food, along with a dance show and entertainment performed by the FSU Belly Dancers. Several Middle East student organizations will have display tables showcasing their current and future projects.

A closing reception will follow the screening of the last film on Nov 4th. Dessert and tea will be served.

Click here for more information and to watch the trailers of the films.

Dates & Times

Dates: 2019/10/12 - 2019/11/04

Additional time info:

A reception will follow the opening night on October 12th at 7 PM.

A closing reception will follow the screening of the last film on November 4th at 8:30 PM.

Parking Info

The Student Life Cinema is located in the Askew Student Life Center at 942 Learning Way, in the southwest corner of the Florida State University campus. Parking is available on the east side of Woodward Ave, and in Parking Garage #2 near the Park Ave. Diner.