Four Arab Feature Films on 2026 Oscars Shortlist

The Academy revealed the shortlists across 12 categories for the 2026 Academy Awards. For the first time, four Arab movies have made the shortlist for Best International Feature Film. As Oscar season approaches, we take a look at the movies representing the Arab world on the global stage...

Palestine 36 (Palestine) In 1936, as Palestinian villages revolt against British colonial rule, Yusuf moves between Jerusalem and his rural home, navigating escalating unrest as it loads towards a pivotal moment for the British Empire.

All That’s Left of You (Jordan)After a Palestinian teen gets swept up into a West Bank protest, his mother recounts the family story of hope, courage and relentless struggle that led to this fateful moment.

The Voice of Hind Rajab (Tunisia) Red Crescent volunteers receive an emergency call. A 6-year old girl is trapped in a car under IDF fire in Gaza, pleading for rescue. While trying to keep her on the line, they do everything they can to get an ambulance to her.

The President’s Cake (Iraq)In 1990s Iraq, 9-year-old Lamia must bake the President's birthday cake. She scrambles to find ingredients for this task, fearing the punishment she may face if she fails.