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- HollyShorts Dubai launched a short films competition for Middle East college students, following its inaugural festival held December 12–14, 2025.
- The festival aims to connect Arab filmmakers with Academy Awards opportunities.
- The event featured a keynote by BAFTA winner Hayder Rothschild Hoozeer.
- HollyShorts founder Theo Dumont and advisor Jeff Pryor discussed pathways to recognition for student filmmakers.
- The next HollyShorts Dubai festival is scheduled for January 14–17, 2027.
