The International ALawdeh Film Festival is an annual event held in Palestine, showcasing films from around the world. In 2023, the festival featured 277 films, with the Best Director Award going to Motasem Smerat for the Jordanian film "Dajour." This marked the second time Smerat won at the festival, following a previous win for Best Short Narrative Film at the Jerusalem International Film Festival in 2022. The festival celebrates cinematic achievements and fosters cultural exchange through film.