In a city where civilizations have met for centuries, where Levantine architecture whispers stories of empires, and where the Mediterranean carries the echoes of trade, culture, and resilience — the Tripoli Film Festival rises as a cinematic landmark in Lebanon.
Held in the historic city of Tripoli, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, the festival is rooted in heritage yet driven by contemporary creative energy. Tripoli’s ancient souks, castle, mosques, churches, hammams, khans and coastal skyline form more than a backdrop — they embody the spirit of the festival: layered, authentic, and deeply human.
The Tripoli Film Festival is a platform for bold storytelling, emerging voices, and meaningful cinematic dialogue. It seeks to bridge generations, geographies, and cultures by celebrating films that explore identity, resilience, transformation, and coexistence.
Our mission is threefold:
* To position Tripoli as a vibrant cultural and cinematic destination
* To empower youth and independent filmmakers from Lebanon and beyond
* To create a space for dialogue, diversity, and artistic freedom
Through screenings, industry talks, workshops, and community-driven programming, the festival transforms the city into a living cinema — where stories unfold not only on screen, but in streets, cafés, and historic courtyards.
The Tripoli Film Festival is not just an event — it is a movement celebrating heritage, creativity, and the power of storytelling to shape a shared future, and it is an open invitation to look closer, speak bolder, and dream deeper.
Tripoli has long been a crossroads of civilizations. Today, it becomes a crossroads of cinema. When the lights are dimming, the city has never been more visible.
Festival Awards:
Best Narrative Feature Film
Best Documentary Feature Film
Best Narrative Short Film
Best Documentary Short Film
Best Animation / Experimental Short Film
Special Jury Award
