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The Business

Hollywood Goes to the Middle East

Hosted by Claude Brodesser-Akner Nov. 24, 2008 Entertainment
With a full-fledged production facility, major investments in film, and two world class film festivals, the United Arab Emirates is the next country to role the dice on Hollywood.

With a full-fledged production facility, major investments in film, and two world class film festivals, the United Arab Emirates is the next country to role the dice on Hollywood.


Banner image: © Brian J. McMorrow

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Hollywood Goes to the Middle East

Opening night at the Middle East International Film Festival   On the red carpet at the festival

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Host:

Claude Brodesser-Akner

Producer:

Matt Holzman

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