Red Sea Film Foundation extends submission deadline for 48Hr Film Challenge
Aspiring filmmakers in Saudi Arabia aged between 18 and 25 are invited to submit their applications by June 19, 2025.
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Aspiring filmmakers in Saudi Arabia aged between 18 and 25 are invited to submit their applications by June 19, 2025.
The film is a joint German-Palestinian production that delves into themes of female empowerment and familial struggle.
Aspiring filmmakers in Saudi Arabia aged between 18 and 25 are invited to submit their applications by June 15, 2025.
The film is helmed by Muayad Alayan and co-written with Rami Alayan.
During the early bird period, entries can be submitted free of charge, with standard submission fees beginning on July 7.
The programme breeding talents and awards that supports films in post-production from Africa and the Middle East.
This is an opportunity for filmmakers to access funding, connect with decision-makers, and bring their stories to audiences around the world.
Halligan succeeds critic Kaleem Aftab, who stepped down in March after serving as the Red Sea Festival’s Director of International Programming for four years.
Baltyuor was the first head of Ithra Cinema and the first CEO of the Saudi Film Council.
The Saudi pavilion will host a booth for private production and distribution companies to enhance their global visibility and showcase collaboration and investment opportunities.
The film, directed by Laila Abbas, is an incisive portrayal of two sisters navigating the complexities of patriarchal laws and the broader political tensions of the Israeli occupation of Palestine.
Five Saudi documentary highlighting the Kingdom’s heritage will be featured in the programme.
The docudrama, set in Lebanon, is a joint production between Lebanon, France, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
'Norah' is the first Saudi feature film to be shot at AlUla with an all-Saudi cast and more than 40% Saudi crew.
The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.
SeriesLab includes an exclusive trip to Los Angeles for intensive training and participation in the Film Independent Forum.
Red Sea Fund to grant two awards of $6662.69 each for Development and Production categories.
The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.
The event will feature two documentary projects produced by TV BRICS: 'Uralian Anomaly' and 'Partitura. Young Music of Russia'.
Filmmakers from Saudi Arabia, the Arab world, Africa and Asia can apply through the website before the April 21 deadline.
The film centres around Aisha, a 26-year-old Somali caregiver living in a Cairo neighbourhood populated by African migrants.
The adaptation is directed by Iraqi Dubai-based director Yasir Al Yasiri, who also takes a producer credit under his Axx Productions banner.
The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.
The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.
The film tells the story of 12-year-old Sami, who embarks on a journey with his uncle and cousin to search for his beloved pet pigeon after it escapes from their ...
Red Sea Film Foundation-backed films 'Yunan', 'To a Land Unknown', 'To Kill a Mongolian Horse' and 'Yalla Parkour' are set to be showcased.
The Egypt-Denmark-Saudi co-production is produced by Ahmed Amer of Cairo-based A.A. Films and Patricia Drati of Copenhagen-based Good Company Pictures.
The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.
The film was developed in December 2021 as a part of a trilogy of Ameer Fakher Eldin's first 2021 film, 'The Stranger' with working title as 'Nothing of Nothing Remains'.
The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.
The Asian Film Awards Academy will present selected films from March 22 to 28, featuring a mix of romantic fantasy, classic cinema and action films.
SeriesLab includes an exclusive trip to Los Angeles for training sessions and the Film Independent Forum.
The film writer, critic and programmer has been involved in the festival's programming team since its launch in 2021.
The films will be shown at the Culture and Arts Society in Al-Ahsa.
The recognition of these films highlights the Red Sea Film Foundation’s ongoing dedication to supporting unique voices through the Red Sea Fund.
The agreement includes training programmes, workshops, master classes and mentorship opportunities led by industry experts.
The Iraq International Film Festival for Youth Films serves as a platform for emerging filmmakers, bringing powerful stories to audiences in Baghdad and beyond.
Last year’s theme, “The New Home of Film,” celebrated the festival’s new headquarters Al-Balad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Filmmakers will present their projects to leading industry professionals, competing for a $10474 prize and post-production assistance.
The Red Sea Film Foundation will also participate in the Saudi Pavilion at the European Film Market during the film festival.
In 2025, the programme will include five workshops – the first one exclusively addressed to selected Saudi teams, and the other four to all the selected projects.
The film was inspired by a 2015 incident in Egypt where a viral video of a dog's brutal killing led to four men being jailed.
The screenings will run every Thursday from February 6 to May 22
Shawky will oversee the jury while also serving as a judge for the films in the international competition.
The film was developed in December 2021 as a part of a trilogy of Ameer Fakher Eldin's first 2021 film, 'The Stranger' with working title as 'Nothing of Nothing Remains'.
The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.
The festival is set to take place from January 30 to February 9.
The programme helped the participants at every stage of production, right from scriptwriting and budgeting to direction and even visual character development, including costume design.
The film is directed by Karim El Shennawy and stars Saudi actress Aseel Omran.
MAD Solutions has awarded the grant for the fourth consecutive year, underscoring its commitment to support Arab cinema.
The lineup includes four diverse projects: 'Sari & Amira,' 'Sa3oud Wainah,' 'Anne Everlasting,' and 'Sakhr'.
Renowned actors Aamir Khan and Emily Blunt will be celebrated as Red Sea Honourees while Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Nick Jonas, Olivia Wilde and Michelle Yeoh will attend the In Conversation ...
The premiere will be accompanied by a red-carpet reception, featuring the film’s stars, creators, and a prominent assembly of media representatives.
The festival plays a major role in showcasing and promoting Moroccan films and directors.
Prestigious speakers for In Conversation With strand and Souk Talents programme to include Andrew Garfield, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Michael Mann and Eva Longoria
This year’s expanded five-day programme is set to offer an exceptional line-up of activities bringing together new talent, emerging filmmakers and established regional and international industry leaders.
Ahd Kamel’s 'My Driver and I' will now screen three times at the event's fourth edition as part of the Arab Spectacular Program.
Lee will also participate in the Festival’s In Conversation strand, which welcomes industry luminaries from all over the world to share insights and have meaningful discussions about their practice, passions ...
Joining this year's stellar International Spectacular line-up is Lumière: Le Cinema by Thierry Frémaux, Director of the Lumière Institute in Lyon and General Delegate of the Festival de Cannes.
With films such as Hussein Fawzi’s 'Bread and Salt', Sherif Arafa's 'Smile the Photo Comes Out Better' and Ali Badrakhan’s 'Shafika and Metwali', the Festival will honour Egypt's rich cinematic ...
