Instagram/Andrew Mohsen & Marianne Movie El Gouna Film Festival names Andrew Mohsen as new Artistic Director. Discover his vision for the 9th edition, running October 15-23. April 7, 2026 AceShowbiz - Egypt's prestigious El Gouna Film Festival (GFF) has officially appointed Andrew Mohsen as its new Artistic Director. He succeeds Marianne Khoury, who stepped down earlier this year from the role. This leadership change comes as the festival prepares for its ninth edition. Andrew Mohsen has been an integral part of the festival's programming team since 2023.