CinemaWorld presents SKY subscribers with “Around the World with Cannes”

This May, CinemaWorld brings its viewers to an awe-inspiring journey across the globe through endearing stories of life and second chances that won acclaim in the prestigious Cannes Film Festival. Every Wednesday at 9pm, indulge yourself with a celebrated international film, in its original language with English subtitles, available exclusively on CinemaWorld on SKYcable.

Chouf (France), May 1

Cannes Film Festival 2016, Official Selection, Special Screening

After witnessing the death of his drug dealer brother in a fatal shooting, Sofiane joins the gang seeking revenge. Leaving behind his school life, he becomes Chouf – the lookout guy within the French drug cartels.

The Rest of the Night (Italy), May 8

Cannes Film Festival 2008, Directors Fortnight

After getting fired from her job under the suspicion of stealing, Maria plots with her ex-con former lover and his cocaine-addicted friend to rob her former boss.

Amreeka (USA), May 15

Cannes Film Festival 2009, Fipresci Prize

Single mother Muna and her son leaves their chaotic life in the West Bank to start anew in the promised land in a small town in Illinois.

Villegas (Argentina), May 22

Cannes Film Festival 2012, Golden Camera Nominee (Gonzalo Tobal)

Despite years of separation, cousins Esteban and Pipa embark on a road trip together to Villegas for their grandfather’s funeral.

The Owners (Kazakhstan), May 29

Cannes Film Festival 2014, Official Selection, Special Screening

Three orphaned siblings left the city to return to their family home in a quiet village. Trouble ensues as they fight a corrupt bureaucracy in order to keep a roof over their heads.

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