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Berlinale selects films from KSA, Iran, and Yemen for 73rd edition

Saudi Film Commission to participate at 74th Berlinale

by Staff Reporter

February 13, 2024

The Saudi pavilion aims to inspire global producers to explore the captivating filming locations of Saudi Arabia.

Arab Cinema Centre to host panels exploring Arab cinema at Berlinale 2024

by Staff Reporter

February 12, 2024

In addition to the panels, the ACC will reveal a new edition of its Arab Cinema Magazine.

Daw winners wrap up production of four feature films in Saudi Arabia

Saudi film ‘Within Sand’ to hit theatres across KSA on February 15

by Staff Reporter

February 8, 2024

Backed by the Saudi Film Commission, Neom and Riyadh-based production company AlSarid Films, 'Within Sand' is written and directed by first-time filmmaker Moe Alatawi.

Saudi Construction and Fitout Company to build AMC Cinemas

Saudi Arabia sees reduction in cinema ticket prices

by Staff Reporter

January 22, 2024

This year, average ticket prices decreased by over 16% compared to last year.

Saudi Film Commission launches programmes to strengthen skills of homegrown talent

by Staff Reporter

January 12, 2024

The training programmes and additional initiatives are part of the Saudi Film Commission's commitment to fostering and empowering local talent, contributing to the development of the Kingdom's film industry.

Saudi Film Commission announces fourth edition of Filmmakers Programme

by Staff Reporter

January 2, 2024

Earlier editions of the programme featured more than 62 training courses, equipping and empowering a diverse cohort of more than 2,430 individuals.

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.

Lights, camera, empowerment: How Emirati women are rewriting the script in filmmaking

by Mai Youssef

December 14, 2023

Their success sends a powerful message to young Emirati girls: 'Your voice matters. Your stories matter. And you have the power to make a difference'.

Film AlUla becomes strategic sponsor for two awards at Red Sea Int’l Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

November 25, 2023

The awards aim to acknowledge and support emerging filmmaking talents in the region.

Film Criticism Conference to host Yousry Nasrallah and Ahmed Shawky

by Staff Reporter

November 6, 2023

The conference will foster cultural exchange among critics, writers and film enthusiasts.

Saudi Film Commission explores role of artificial intelligence

Saudi Film Commission to host Film Criticism Conference in Riyadh

by Staff Reporter

November 1, 2023

The conference will foster cultural exchange among critics, writers and film enthusiasts.

Film AlUla rakes in ten productions in new deal

by Staff Writer

October 24, 2023

The deal will see Stampede Ventures bringing ten productions to AlUla over three years at a projected spend of $350m.

Trailer for first Saudi film to be shot in NEOM released

by Staff Writer

October 10, 2023

The film will be released in Saudi Arabia on November 9 via Front Row Arabia.

Saudi female filmmakers win inaugural ‘AlUla Creates: Film Programme’

by Staff Writer

October 10, 2023

The winners, selected from over 85 finalists, will create short films following workshop sessions in AlUla.

Jordanian film ‘Inshallah a Boy’ to screen in New Zealand

Jordan selects ‘Inshallah a Boy’ for Oscar submission

by Staff Reporter

September 29, 2023

Amjad Al Rasheed's debut feature made history earlier this year when it became the first Jordanian feature film to premiere in Cannes.

Plotting an independent path

by Vijaya Cherian

September 18, 2023

In an exclusive interview with Vijaya Cherian, Pratixa Shah, co-founder of The Plot Pictures, talks about her role in shaping the UAE's indie film scene and shares insights into her ...

‘Inshallah a Boy’ nabs two awards at Rotterdam Arab Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

September 14, 2023

Co-written and directed by first-time feature filmmaker Amjad Al Rasheed, the film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Abu Bakr Shawky’s ‘Hajjan’ to have world premiere at Toronto International Film Festival

Saudi film ‘Hajjan’ premieres at Toronto International Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

September 13, 2023

The big-budget film is a co-production between Ithra and Film Clinic.

Saudi Cinemas generate more than $800m in revenue since 2018

by Staff Reporter

September 6, 2023

Since 2018, the combined seating capacity of 69 Saudi movie theatres has surpassed 64,000, with the participation of over seven operators across more than 20 cities in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Film Commission to join 48th Toronto International Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

September 6, 2023

The contents of the pavilion include a cinematic exhibition highlighting prominent Saudi films that have earned international awards or impressive box office returns.

Saudi Film Commission to host Film Criticism Forum in Tabuk

by Staff Reporter

September 5, 2023

British filmmaker Ridley Scott's classic film 'Blade Runner' (1982) will also be screened during the event.

Saudi Arabia’s box office hits $238m sales in 2021: Comscore

Cinema sector in Saudi Arabia surpasses $142.6m in revenue

by Staff Reporter

September 4, 2023

The Saudi cinema sector recorded a growth of 28% during Q2 2023.

New normal inspires fresh storylines and alternative filming strategies

KSA drives content transformation in GCC

by Vijaya Cherian

September 3, 2023

With film festivals, grants, new initiatives and rebate programmes, Saudi Arabia is attracting regional and international entities to its shores.

SRMG to launch Arabic-language factual documentary platform on September 3

by Staff Reporter

August 31, 2023

The offering will feature both new content produced in-house as well as commissions and acquisitions.

Iranian actress and Arab filmmaker join Venice film fest as jury member

Saudi Film Commission to participate in 80th Venice International Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

August 29, 2023

A panel of international experts will be hosted by the Saudi Film Commission to discuss the challenges of distributing content in languages other than English.

Saudi Film Commission to debut new industry event in October

by Staff Reporter

August 8, 2023

The conference will allow regional and international industry players to connect and serve as a platform for new technologies and techniques to be developed.

Abu Bakr Shawky’s ‘Hajjan’ to have world premiere at Toronto International Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

August 4, 2023

A world premiere of the film will take place as part of the Discovery Programme, which focuses on emerging filmmakers.

Saudi Arabia’s GCAM reveals mechanism for clearing and categorising films

by Staff Reporter

August 2, 2023

The classification is aimed at assisting adults in selecting a suitable film for themselves and their children to protect them from exposure to harmful materials.

Vertigo Films and Haifaa Al Mansour to support ‘AlUla Creates’ mentoring programme

by Staff Reporter

July 25, 2023

The AlUla Creates competition is accepting submissions until August 31, 2023.

Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’ breaks 2023 record for advance ticket sales in KSA

by Staff Reporter

July 19, 2023

'Oppenheimer' premiered at Le Grand Rex in Paris on July 11, 2023, and is scheduled to be theatrically released in Saudi Arabia on July 20, 2023.

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.

Jordanian film ‘Inshallah a Boy’ to screen in New Zealand

by Staff Reporter

July 16, 2023

Co-written and directed by first-time feature filmmaker Amjad Al Rasheed, the film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Jordanian film ‘Inshallah a Boy’ wins Final Cut prize at Venice

Karlovy Vary International Film Festival to screen ‘Inshallah A Boy’

by Staff Reporter

June 18, 2023

The film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Amjad Al Rasheed’s ‘Inshallah A Boy’ Jordan’s first ever selection at Cannes

Jordanian film ‘Inshallah a Boy’ to participate in Sydney Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

June 13, 2023

The film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Jordanian film ‘Inshallah a Boy’ bags two awards at Cannes’ Critics Week

by Staff Reporter

May 26, 2023

Amjad Al Rasheed's debut feature made history as the country's first-ever film selected for Cannes.

Is Arabic content ready to compete at the Content Olympics?

by Ziad Srouji

May 25, 2023

Over the past couple of years, Arabic content has undergone several stages of evolution, so it's safe to say that the Arab region is ready to emerge as a major player ...

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.

Ithra announces new film fund initiative at Cannes 2023

by Staff Reporter

May 23, 2023

The open call closes on August 4, 2023, and a panel of Arab filmmakers will select the final projects to receive funding.

‘Inshallah A Boy’ becomes first Jordanian film to premiere at Cannes

by Staff Reporter

May 20, 2023

The film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Saudi Film Commission opens ‘Saudi Pavilion’ at Cannes 2023

by Staff Reporter

May 18, 2023

The aim of the pavilion is to create a space for dialogue and discussion with film industry leaders from around the world.

Saudi Film Festival announces details of ninth edition

Saudi’s Cultural Development Fund sponsors ninth edition of Saudi Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

May 7, 2023

First time in the festival's history, eight titles will also be available for virtual reality viewing.

Netflix and Chicken & Egg Pictures launch R&D grant

Saudi Film Commission to host discussion about documenting communities through film

by Staff Reporter

April 30, 2023

This event will examine issues such as the ethics of film production and media's role in shaping awareness of communities and culture.

LBCI TV to air ‘AlUla Sous les étoiles’ on April 25

by Staff Reporter

April 19, 2023

Produced by Degel Prod, the musical show is dedicated to French songs and co-presented by French TV presenter Laury Thilleman and Saudi actress and writer Fatima Al-Banawi.

Amjad Al Rasheed’s ‘Inshallah A Boy’ Jordan’s first ever selection at Cannes

by Staff Reporter

April 18, 2023

The film is a co-production between Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

CABSAT to host second edition of MENA co-production salon

by Staff Reporter

April 17, 2023

The initiative aims to encourage investment in MENA content projects through co-funding, co-production, and commissioning.

Front Row Arabia to release Saudi action-comedy ‘Sattar’ in KSA

KSA produces 31 movies since 2018: GCAM

by Staff Reporter

April 13, 2023

'Sattar' topped the list of most attended movies, with nearly 1m tickets sold.

First look images from ‘Kandahar’ shoot in AlUla

Film AlUla shares trailer for upcoming action thriller ‘Kandahar’

by Staff Reporter

April 5, 2023

‘Kandahar’ is financed by Capstone Group and MBC Studios.

Saudi Film Festival announces details of ninth edition

by Staff Reporter

March 20, 2023

Scripts and films nominated for this year's festival will compete for 26 awards.

Saudi Film Commission participates at Berlinale 2023

by Staff Reporter

March 3, 2023

The commission hosted nearly 150 producers, directors, media professionals, and filmmakers from all over the world.

Saudi Film Commission explores role of artificial intelligence

by Staff Reporter

February 27, 2023

The meeting was part of a series of open events organised by the commission with specialists to enhance dialogue within the Saudi film community.

Saudi Film Commission to host open meeting on artificial intelligence

by Staff Reporter

February 20, 2023

The discussion is part of a series of open meetings held by the film authority.

Saudi Arabia’s film scene

by Charlene Deleon-Jones

February 10, 2023

In AlUla and across Saudi Arabia, the emerging screen sector is lifted by the ambition and potential of young Saudi nationals.

Film AlUla ties with Creative Media Skills Institute to host filmmaking boot camp

by Staff Reporter

January 24, 2023

The training programme has been designed to prepare 25 local trainees from AlUla to follow careers in Production, Assistant Directing, and the Art, Locations, Costume, Make-up and Hair departments.

From talent to telcos, CEOs discuss industry challenges

by Staff Reporter

January 23, 2023

As broadcasters look beyond the seismic shifts of the past couple of years, continued investment and new types of partnerships will be essential to assuring business continuity, industry CEOs said ...

The changing face of regional content production

by Staff Reporter

January 21, 2023

This era has been one of the most impressive in the history of the Middle East, with prolific content production increasingly carving a space for itself on the world stage. ...

Saudi Film Festival opens submissions for ninth edition

by Staff Reporter

December 23, 2022

Scripts and films nominated for this year's festival will compete for 26 awards in four categories.

Front Row Filmed Entertainment nabs MENA rights for ‘Within Sand’

by Staff Reporter

December 22, 2022

The drama is Saudi filmmaker Moe Alatawi’s debut feature and features an all-Saudi cast led by Ra’ed Alshammari, Adwa Fahd, Muhand Alsaleh, Fatima Alsharif and Obaid Alwadaani.