Indian film Â´The PrisonerÂ´ to be screened at MEIFF

Indian film Â´The PrisonerÂ´ to be screened at MEIFF
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Abu Dhabi, Oct 1 (PTI) Indian filmmaker Sunil Doshi's critically acclaimed film 'The Prisoner' has been selected for the 'Festival of Festivals' section of MEIFF to be held here this month. Starring Rajat Kapoor, Doshi's film narrates the story of a writer, who comes out of a prison and accidentally picks up a gangster's briefcase full of cash.

The second edition of Middle East International Film Festival (MEIFF) from October 10-19, organised by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage (ADACH), will feature 24 award winning films.

Narratives and documentaries nominated or awarded in the past year at film festivals in France, Germany, Spain, Sweden, Mexico and the US, will be the part of this year's festival.

"With so many wonderful films playing at festivals around the world, we are endeavouring to present a unique combination of the year's top movies- a taste of the best," said Nashwa Al Ruwaini, Director of MEIFF.

"Nearly all of these selections have already won top prizes at international festivals. Whether you are seeking crowd favourites or critics' picks, this section has something for you," she added.

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