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Khaled Diab
Writer & Director
Khaled Diab is an award winning Belgian Egyptian journalist, author, and writer known for his work on the Middle East, politics, and environmental issues. He is the author of Intimate Enemies, Living with Israelis and Palestinians in the Holy Land and Islam for the Politically Incorrect and has contributed to numerous international outlets. He also publishes on his own platform, The Chronikler.
At BRIDGE Summit, Khaled will talk about storytelling at the intersection of politics and environment, how narratives shape public understanding, and why nuanced, cross cultural voices are essential in today’s media landscape.
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Khaled Diabat BRIDGE
- Picture Workshop 9 December 10:00AM - 12:00PM
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Day 1 — From Concept to Script The workshop focuses on developing cinematic ideas into structured scripts. Participants learn the difference between idea, story, and screenplay, explore loglines, synopsis, and treatments, and practice creating their own film concepts.
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- Picture Panel 9 December 1:30 - 1:55PM
The Craft of Connection
In an era where audiences are fragmented across cultures, platforms, and identities, artists hold a unique power: the ability to create work that resonates beyond borders. From adapting tone and humor to understanding cultural nuance, creators today must do the homework required to reach new communities in meaningful ways. This session explores how musicians, filmmakers, and visual storytellers craft work that travels, bridging differences, sparking empathy, and fostering unity, while navigating the realities of global audiences and rapidly shifting creative ecosystems.
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- Picture Workshop 10 December 10:00AM - 12:00PM
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Day 2 — From Script to Screen The workshop focuses on translating scripts into cinematic stories. Covers genre, plot structure, collaboration, and common adaptation challenges, with practical exercises to turn participants’ ideas into visual narratives.
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What They Say About BRIDGE
“One BRIDGE to unite them all. BRIDGE Summit looks to become the largest cross-sector media event in the world.”
“A gateway for knowledge exchange.”
“A summit to BRIDGE the gaps in the global media ecosystem.”
“We are proud to take part in the inaugural edition of BRIDGE Summit.”
“Un pont pour tous les réunir.”
