Rabat hosts month of Arab cinema

The "Month of Arab Cinema" started Wednesday in Rabat, part of activities scheduled for the Moroccan capital city that was proclaimed Arab cultural capital for 2003.

Moroccan culture minister, Mohammed Achaari, who opened the event, in presence of Syrian peer, Najwa Kassab, said the event is held in response to pressing requests from Moroccan movie makers who have continuously been urging for "an image that reflects our true feelings, which Arab cinema alone can portray."

The minister underscored the modernization efforts exerted by Arab cinema professionals, recalling its influence that expanded to all artistic areas.