The Egyptian film *Exit*, directed by Mohamed Hammad, secured the Golden Star Award for best feature film at the recent El Gouna Film Festival, held on Egypt’s Red Sea coast. The festival, which concluded amid widespread acclaim, showcased a diverse lineup of Arab and international cinema.

Among other key honors, the festival presented the Gold Star for best director to Japanese filmmaker Yukiko Yasuda for *Dark Wind at Night*. Jordanian actor Saad Abu Hamdan received the Silver Star for best actor for his role in *Booma*.

Filmmakers from Syria and Lebanon also earned recognition during the event, highlighting the festival’s commitment to promoting the breadth of Arab cinema. Documentaries and short films from countries including Morocco, Palestine, Lebanon, and Malaysia were awarded for their notable contributions, underscoring the festival’s celebration of cinematic diversity.

Throughout its run, the El Gouna Film Festival emphasized artistic achievement and fostered cultural exchange, further establishing itself as a key platform for filmmakers from the Arab world and beyond.