Neom and SRMG partner to enhance regional media ecosystem
Neom will leverage SRMG's media expertise, extensive portfolio, and established partnerships to expand content production in Saudi Arabia.
Neom will leverage SRMG's media expertise, extensive portfolio, and established partnerships to expand content production in Saudi Arabia.
The new feature is under a French production with a multinational cast.
More than 240 meetings were held during the salon, during which co-funding and rights sharing discussions were encouraged.
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.
Casting on 'Riverman' is still underway, with principal photography set for January 2024 in Neom.
The Writer's Room mentorship programme represents a significant opportunity for Arab writers to develop their series projects and gain exposure to industry professionals.
Two short films, 'Her Perfect Life' and 'Iyawo Mi', will mark the first titles on the Mo Abudu Films slate.
Based on the international format, the new adventure programme will see 100 contestants from around the Arab world compete for a $1m grand prize.
The company is planning a digital release in late 2023.
The production company is the only entrant to win from the United Arab Emirates.
The initiative aims to encourage investment in MENA content projects through co-funding, co-production, and commissioning.
Applicants must be female and male of 30 to 35 years old, have Middle Eastern features and dark hair, and speak Arabic fluently.
'Abir’s Kitchen', a cooking series available on stc tv and Jawwy TV, features Tik Tok Influencer Abir Saghir.
The total existing commercial records for film production reached 1,510 by the end of 2022.
A new original series will explore the multicultural environment of high school life in the GCC region.
The story behind Zaza's song '60 Geneh' is about his life and upbringing.
Filmmakers from Ethiopia, Tanzania and Uganda have been selected to receive one year of funding, mentorship and training opportunities.
'Gangs of Lagos' builds on Prime Video’s commitment to invest in Nigeria and the Nollywood film industry.
A six-part series about sexual violence is inspired by Odelia Carmon’s novel 'The Confidante'.
Created by Hadas Ben Aroya, the series aims to challenge traditional tropes and explores love through a different lens.
Up to 30 filmmaking teams will receive either a $10,000 research grant or a $20,000 development grant to use towards a documentary project.
'Red Skies' debuts at Series Mania Festival, where it was nominated for best series in the international competition.
CDF's Film Sector Financing Programme aims to empower local and international companies in the Saudi film sector.
Through their collaboration, Elba and Abudu aim to nurture a more inclusive and diverse media landscape for stories from Africa and its diaspora.
Yes will be showcasing '44 Hours' to Mip TV buyers next month.
The Plot Pictures aims to provide local talents with a platform to share their voices and introduce them to the international fora.
AlUla Creates is currently building the infrastructure and global network of mentorships and other resources to support the next generation of female Saudi storytellers pairing them with accomplished writers, directors...
YouTube Kids will exclusively launch the new pre-schoolers show by the end of March 2023.
Directed by Youssef Idris, the show is based on a short story by the late Youssef Idris.
The 'Higher (Breathe Easy)' is now available for streaming on Apple Music and Anghami, playable on Dolby Atmos-enabled mobile phones and devices.
The new seven-day Creative Producer Training programme will be exclusively offered via the University of Southern California.
The series will explore culture clashes, generational frustrations, and everyday racism with humour, endearing characters and family warmth.
The film's journey will be over the span of 12 days from Mecca to Medina.
The Opera House runs an average of six or seven major productions per season, working with a series of international lighting designers and lighting directors.
'Untitled Judo' is the first feature film to be co-directed by an Iranian and an Israeli filmmaker.
The series aims to shed light on the issues concerning Jordanian society in a sarcastic way.
The investment will add to the studio’s existing funding, which includes up to $500m from Providence Equity Partners LLC and $300m in debt financing from Apollo Global Management.
The series is co-created by Youssef, who executive produces under his Cairo Cowboy Banner.
Roya is also preparing to produce its own television programme featuring Arabic dramas.
'Mountain Boy' is being filmed in the Hajar Mountains of Fujairah by Emirati filmmaker Zainab Shaheen.
A five-season series, 'Al-Aidarous' has six episodes per season.
Shooting for the action-thriller has already begun in Italy, with the film set to air by the end of this year.
RedSeaIFF will provide post-production support for the period drama, marking the first time the foundation is co-producing a French movie.
The nine-episode series is set in the 1900s and follows the journey of five main characters from around the world who fall into slavery.
The documentary takes viewers into the heart of BBC Persian’s newsroom in London as the team covers the unrest in Iran.
The deal with the French firm will see Art Format Lab take on the role of a distributor as well as producer of regional events.
A daily show will be broadcast from the Dubai Media Incorporated studios starting in mid-January.
Abot Hameiri Barkai created the Israeli drama for Yes DBS Satellite Services Ltd.
This documentary is a part of a series produced by WAM that promotes the UAE's culture and highlights its accomplishments around the world.
Strata’s sponsorship will leverage the cartoon’s success, which has already racked up 2.3bn YouTube views, 3.1m subscribers and 322m watch hours in the last 90 days.
Muvi Studios and Saudi Tefaz11's new production arm, AlShimaisi Films, have produced the film.
The funding will primarily be used to accelerate the Telescope's expansion in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
Under the banner of AFM Films, Mostafa is producing the film in collaboration with MAD Solutions, which is also handling international rights.
The new edition will offer financial grants for Saudi-based production companies looking to produce short films or feature films.
The complex will also be near 12 square kilometres of dedicated outdoor shooting locations that showcase the landscape and ancient heritage sites of AlUla.
Neom has hosted about 26 productions in the past 18 months, including 'Desert Warrior'.
For both local and international players, The Yard Films aims to develop and produce original scripted and non-scripted content.
The acquisition of Silvio Productions underscores Fremantle’s commitment to grow its presence in the premium documentary landscape and invest in talent-driven production companies.
Under the deal, the two companies will develop, produce and theatrically release multiple films over the next two years.
The psychological drama has already been remade in more than 20 countries and is now being adapted for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa.