The film “Beyond the Edge”, produced and directed by Alaa Abou Taam, a graduate of the Media Department at the University of Sciences and Arts in Lebanon (USAL), has been officially selected as a finalist at the Lebanon Outdoor Film Festival (LOFF) for this year.
The film will compete alongside a selection of other works during the festival, scheduled to take place on September 20 and 21, 2025, with the winners to be announced at the closing ceremony.
Launched in 2020, LOFF is the first official festival in Lebanon and the Arab world dedicated to outdoor sports films. It blends the worlds of cinema, sports, and adventure, offering film screenings, discussions with athletes and filmmakers, and opportunities for cultural and creative exchange.
This nomination stands as a testament to the excellence USAL graduates continue to achieve in creative and professional fields. It also highlights the importance of the university’s hands-on academic training, especially in the Media Department.
Best wishes to Alaa on this inspiring artistic journey. USAL takes pride in every step its graduates make toward distinction and achievement.
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