In 2011 , the Abu Dhabi Film Festival also launched the SANAD development and post-production fund for cineastes from the Arab world . With the goal of encouraging independent and auteur-based cinema , Somali filmmakers now have access to financial grants , screenwriting and pitch workshops , and personal meetings with industry mentors and experts . In conjunction with the European Audiovisual Entrepreneurs ( EAVE ) professional training , networking and project development organization , the Dubai International Film Festival also offers to Somali filmmakers the Interchange group of development and co-production workshops earmarked for directors , screenwriters and producers from the larger Arab region
Abu Dhabi Film Festival
Abu Dhabi Film Festival
Cinema of Somalia