Short film program

Backflip (Nikita Diakur, 2022, 12:12 min)
A digital avatar attempts to master a backflip using machine learning — a humorous yet profound exploration of physicality, failure, and artificial intelligence.

I Am (Jerry Hoffmann, 2020, 28 min) 
The film tells an atmospheric story about identity and inner transformation, inviting viewers to reflect on self‑perception and change.
Both film screenings are presented in collaboration with Kurzfilm Agentur Hamburg e.V.

Location: Outdoor Film Screening, Courtyard, Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village

Founded in 2013, the festival has grown from a small event of 30 emerging Ras Al Khaimah-based artists to become the emirate's cultural event of the year. Beyond the Festival, Ras Al Khaimah Art is a beacon of creativity, nurturing year-round programs that ignite dialogue. It exists as a hub that empowers emerging creatives and the community through grants, masterclasses, and workshops to cultivate their crafts and talents.
The 14thedition of the Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival takes place at Al Jazera Al Hamra Heritage Village from 16 January to 08 February 2026.