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Different Productions celebrates 10th anniversary

by Staff Reporter

March 5, 2024

As Different Productions celebrates its 10th anniversary, the company remains dedicated to forging partnerships and creating opportunities for talent in the region.

Ghana to introduce film tax incentive

by Staff Reporter

March 1, 2024

Under the new legislation, Ghana will extend a 20% tax rebate to key film productions, complemented by various film financing incentives.

Netflix and Chicken & Egg Pictures launch R&D grant

ATV commissions local version of Talpa Studios’ quiz format ‘The Floor’

by Staff Reporter

February 23, 2024

ATV will produce the 14-episode adaptation for premiere in a primetime slot this summer.

EK 782 Films to transform ‘The Marriage Class’ novel into drama series

by Staff Reporter

February 14, 2024

Enyi Omeruah and Stephen Strachan, as producers, will helm the development process at EK 782 Films, while Eno Udo-Affia takes on the task of writing the screenplay.

A+E Networks EMEA, Quintus Studios, and Spirit Studios partner on true crime series

by Staff Reporter

February 13, 2024

A+E Networks has broadcast rights in in the UK, Benelux, CEE, Greece and Middle East, while its Sky Crime channel will run it in Italy.

Red Sea Fund 2024 opens submissions for post-production cycle

by Staff Reporter

February 6, 2024

The closing date for submissions for the first cycle is February 21, 2024.

Inter Media and MGE commence filming of Turkish series ‘Love and Pride’

by Staff Reporter

January 25, 2024

The project, also produced by Yeşil Yapım, will be internationally distributed by Inter Medya.

Johnny Depp directs Red Sea Film Foundation-backed ‘Modi’

by Staff Reporter

January 22, 2024

The film follows the life of world-renowned Italian artist and sculptor Amedeo Modigliani and the series of events that changed his life forever

GoQuest Media and VIP 2000 TV join forces for Turkish series ‘Kuma’

by Staff Reporter

January 17, 2024

Pre-production for this new 100-hour series has already begun, and shooting will commence in the Spring of 2024 in Turkey.

Jordan opens first dedicated film studio complex

Roya TV starts production of new sitcom at Olivewood Film Studios

by Staff Reporter

January 8, 2024

The complex is a collaboration between Sayegh Group-owned Roya TV and Olivewood Studios.

Saudi filmmaker Osama Alkhurayji’s debut feature ‘Siwar’ to be shot in AlUla

by Staff Reporter

December 20, 2023

The new collaboration underscores Film AlUla's dedication to supporting local creative talent and nurturing the homegrown filmmaking ecosystem.

A+E Networks EMEA and 72 Films to make mini-series ‘Royal Kill List’

by Staff Reporter

December 18, 2023

The series will be executive-produced by David Glover and Julian Jones and directed by Alice Smith.

MBC Studios KSA appoints Zeinab Abu Alsamh as GM

MBC Studios expands literary adaptations with Osamah Almuslim’s horror novel ‘Khawf’

by Staff Reporter

December 6, 2023

The unveiling of the project took place in a panel discussion, covering various facets of intellectual property development at the Red Sea International Film Festival.

Muvi Cinemas expands film production with ‘El Senor’ set to begin shooting

by Staff Reporter

December 4, 2023

Muvi Studios plans to support 24 films by the year 2025.

Film AlUla and Stampede Ventures announce two films under 10-picture deal

by Staff Reporter

December 3, 2023

The two movies will be among the first to be filmed in 2024 at Film AlUla’s full-service state-of-the-art production facility.

Front Row Productions invests in new management and production company ‘Untamed Talent’

by Staff Reporter

December 1, 2023

The initial lineup of clients features acclaimed filmmakers from the SWANA region.

Mohamed Karim and AGC Studios to co-produce ‘Judgment of the Dead’

by Staff Reporter

November 30, 2023

Stuart Ford will produce alongside Karim for AGC, with sales arm AGC International handling worldwide rights for the project.

Netflix to release Fatima Al-Banawi’s directorial debut ‘Basma’ in 2024

by Staff Reporter

November 30, 2023

In addition to her roles as the writer and director of 'Basma,' Al Banawi takes on the titular character, portraying the 26-year-old daughter of a man who suffers from paranoid...

Former Universal Pictures exec Paul Chesney launches Red Palm Pictures in Riyadh

by Staff Reporter

November 28, 2023

The company will be based out of Riyadh and will operate alongside recently launched distribution company TwentyOne Entertainment, also overseen by Chesney.

The Company Films and Abu Dhabi TV to produce series on smart city

by Staff Reporter

November 28, 2023

The episodes center around the theme of sustainability and the cities of the future.

Fujifilm Middle East partners with Saudi Broadcasting Authority to hold cutting-edge videography workshop

by Staff Reporter

November 27, 2023

Fujifilm Middle East, a leading innovator in imaging and information technologies, recently conducted a comprehensive workshop for the videography team at the Saudi Broadcast Authority (SBA).

GatesAir announces new appointment for MEA market

Vistas Media secures $10m from Kitara Capital

by Staff Reporter

November 27, 2023

The collaborative initiative is geared towards the global development, production, financing, and distribution of Indian content.

Manga Productions signs content deal with Korea’s CJ ENM

by Staff Reporter

November 3, 2023

The deal is the latest expansion for Manga Productions, which focuses on the production and distribution of animations and games, having recently co-produced films with Japan’s Toei Animation.

EFPC invites filmmakers to create short documentaries on Palestine

by Staff Reporter

November 1, 2023

The films should have a duration ranging from a minimum of three minutes to a maximum of 15 minutes.

MBC ANIME announces first two productions

by Staff Writer

October 18, 2023

MBC Anime Productions, a venture by the MBC Group and Tokyopop, will stream the shows as simulcasts on Shahid.

Jordan opens first dedicated film studio complex

by Staff Reporter

September 28, 2023

It has two soundstages, a backlot, a production support building, a basecamp area, a parking lot, and a dedicated technical vehicle parking area.

Keshet International announces new initiative and orders first true crime series

by Staff Reporter

September 27, 2023

The pre-production phase for 'Catch Me If You Can' is set to kick off shortly, and filming is scheduled to commence in October.

Egyptian actress Amina Khalil joins cast of ‘A Nose and Three Eyes’

by Staff Reporter

September 22, 2023

The film is being produced through a collaboration between Lagoonie Film Production and Rise Studio.

MBC Group announces first-ever Arabic-language musical production ‘Sukkar’

by Staff Reporter

September 19, 2023

Heba Mashari Hamada composed the original songs for the musical, which is directed by Tamer Mahdy.

Seven Production invests in Fujinon ultra-HD optics for new 12G 4K OB truck

by Staff Reporter

September 7, 2023

Headquartered in the UAE, Seven Production is a Dubai-born production and broadcasting house at the forefront of many of the MENA region’s largest and most prestigious events.

SeriesLab organises first training workshop in Los Angeles

Fremantle and Israel’s IBI Investment House to launch $162m scripted fund

by Staff Reporter

September 4, 2023

Guy Hameiri will become CEO of the new fund and oversee the selected portfolio of projects.

‘Red carpet, not red tape’ is our mantra – Wayne Borg

Simon West to shoot historical drama ‘Antara’ at Neom’s Bajdah Studios

by Staff Reporter

September 3, 2023

The film will tap into Neom’s 40% cash rebate for feature films, TV dramas, reality shows, documentaries and commercials.

Lagoonie Film Production commences filming of ‘A Nose and Three Eyes’

by Staff Reporter

August 23, 2023

Lagoonie Film Production has also revealed that the movie will embrace a fresh perspective and artistic approach distinct from any previous adaptations of the novel.

Hares Studios and ATL Media announce first Arabic co-production ‘Transit’

by Staff Reporter

August 10, 2023

Produced and filmed entirely in the UAE, 'Transit' depicts Dubai's essence through the lens of Syrian director Bassam Salka.

Hollywood content curation platform TaleFlick launches in Arabic

by Staff Reporter

August 4, 2023

Like the Hollywood TaleFlick portal, the Arabic platform will allow authors and rights owners to directly submit their stories.

Red Sea Fund 2023 opens submissions for fourth cycle

by Staff Reporter

August 1, 2023

The deadline for submissions is August 21, 2023.

Twofour54 to build film production house ‘twofour54 Studios’ in Abu Dhabi

by Staff Reporter

August 1, 2023

Twofour54 Studios to offer end-to-end facilities for productions of all scales by 2025, responding to growing demand for content in regional and global production landscape.

A+E Networks EMEA commissions Transistor Films to produce Deborah Chong murder docuseries

by Staff Reporter

July 20, 2023

'Body In The Suitcase: The Murder Of Deborah Chong'is a co-production between Transistor, A+E and Krempelwood and is due to premiere in September on Crime+Investigation.

Saudi filmmaker Abdulaziz Alshlahei to shoot next feature film ‘Hobal’ in Neom

by Staff Reporter

July 17, 2023

The locally-financed film will benefit from production support provided by Neom, who are assisting with crew, location scouting, logistics and on-the-ground production expertise.

A+E Networks EMEA commissions FirstLookTV to produce ‘#Dead2Me’

by Staff Reporter

July 7, 2023

The documentary series will premiere on Crime+Investigation and Crime+Investigation Play in September.

Koko Films launches in UAE to offer technical services for productions

by Staff Reporter

July 5, 2023

Launched by husband-wife duo Koko Boutchakjian and Serine Gharibian, Koko Films will provide professional crew and technical support for various productions.

Yes Studios announces new psychological drama ‘Night Therapy’ starring Shira Haas

by Staff Reporter

June 28, 2023

Created and written by Raanan Caspi and directed by Gabriel Bibliowicz, Haas will play a computer genuis who rarely leaves her home.

Robert Gillings to shoot cryptocurrency drama ‘Paper Empire’ in AlUla

by Staff Reporter

June 21, 2023

The show is penned and directed by Robert Gillings and executive-produced by Michael Tadross Jr., Bernard Salzman and Edward Pershing.

Nayla Al Khaja wraps up shoot of debut feature ‘Three’ starring Jefferson Hall

by Staff Reporter

June 21, 2023

The film is currently in post-production and Al Khaja is already working on her next project feature 'Baab'.

Sundance Institute announces Documentary Edit and Story Lab fellows for 2023

by Staff Reporter

June 19, 2023

The Documentary Edit and Story Lab fellowship is designed to encourage experimentation and risk-taking, for the fellows to develop, interrogate and collaborate in post-production.

Cameri Theatre of Tel Aviv invests in Robe

by Staff Reporter

June 16, 2023

Robe's Israeli distributor, Danor Theatre and Studio Systems, supplied the Camera Theatre's new Robe lights.

SoftAtHome provides Alexa voice control feature to Etisalat by e&

MediaHub collaborates with Geophil to produce Turkish dramas

by Staff Reporter

June 14, 2023

MediaHub will act as the sole distributor of titles produced as part of this new partnership.

Arabsat sponsors 23rd edition of Arab Radio and Television Festival

by Staff Reporter

June 14, 2023

The theme of this year's edition is 'Arts and Culture Bring Us Together'.

Neom and SRMG partner to enhance regional media ecosystem

by Staff Reporter

June 12, 2023

Neom will leverage SRMG's media expertise, extensive portfolio, and established partnerships to expand content production in Saudi Arabia.

Egyptian director Omar El Zohairy to direct ‘Mammals’

by Staff Reporter

May 29, 2023

The new feature is under a French production with a multinational cast.

Co-production salon sparks collaboration between MENA’s prominent media entities

by Staff Reporter

May 24, 2023

More than 240 meetings were held during the salon, during which co-funding and rights sharing discussions were encouraged.

New creative house ‘The Originals’ launches in Middle East

by Staff Reporter

May 22, 2023

The Originals is a creative house that specialises in creating original interdisciplinary experiences and content around art, culture and technology to inspire positive change in society.

Terry George gears up to shoot action-thriller ‘Riverman’ in Neom

by Staff Reporter

May 18, 2023

Casting on 'Riverman' is still underway, with principal photography set for January 2024 in Neom.

OSN and The Arab Fund for Arts and Culture launch Writers’ Room programme

by Staff Reporter

May 9, 2023

The Writer's Room mentorship programme represents a significant opportunity for Arab writers to develop their series projects and gain exposure to industry professionals.