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Saudi fantasy feature ‘HWJN’ to open Red Sea International Film Festival

The adaptation is directed by Iraqi Dubai-based director Yasir Al Yasiri, who also takes a producer credit under his Axx Productions banner.

CDF concludes Berlinale 2025, showcasing Saudi film industry growth

by Staff Reporter

February 21, 2025

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CDF's participation in Berlinale extends its ongoing efforts to contribute to the sustainable growth of Saudi Arabia's film sector.

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

Saudi film ‘Hobal’ breaks records with over 500,000 admissions in four weeks

by Staff Reporter

February 11, 2025

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The film received production support from Neom, which provided assistance with crew, location scouting, logistics and on-the-ground production expertise.

Sony Pictures Classics acquires rights to Saudi thriller ‘Unidentified’

by Staff Reporter

February 7, 2025

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Currently in post-production, 'Unidentified' is written and produced by Al Mansour and Brad Niemann.

Red Sea Film Foundation announces second edition of ‘Cinema Nights’

by Staff Reporter

February 6, 2025

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The screenings will run every Thursday from February 6 to May 22

Red Sea Fund 2024 invites applications for production cycle

Saudi Film Commission to launch ‘Saudi Film Nights’ in India

by Staff Reporter

January 22, 2025

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This initiative underscores the Kingdom’s ambition to establish itself as a prominent global cinema hub.

Saudi film ‘My Driver and I’ to debut at Red Sea Int’l Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

November 11, 2024

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'My Driver and I' was supported by the Cairo Film Connection, the UK Global Screen Fund, and the Red Sea Film Foundation.

Riyadh to host second edition of Saudi Film Confex in October

by Staff Reporter

September 20, 2024

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The Saudi Film Confex 2024 serves as a gathering point for filmmakers, producers, distributors and investors from Saudi Arabia and the world.

Arabic psychological thriller ‘Scholarship’ set to release on September 19

by Staff Reporter

September 6, 2024

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Directed by Amer Al Kamel, the film follows a young Saudi man who returns home from his scholarship, only to discover that his family has drastically changed from how he ...

Ithra and Film Clinic release BTS footage of ‘Hajjan’ ahead of premiere at Red Sea Film Festival

Shahid streams Saudi film ‘Hajjan’

by Staff Reporter

August 12, 2024

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The film is a co-production between King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture and Egyptian producer Mohamed Hefzy’s Film Clinic.

AFE and Front Row to co-produce Saudi-Turkish comedy ‘My Treat’

by Staff Reporter

August 1, 2024

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'My Treat' will be directed by Karim Abouzeid, with a screenplay by Saudi-Palestinian writer Noha Saadi, based on an original story by Alamiya Filmed Entertainment chief Wesam Kattan.

Saudi Film Commission to organise Saudi Film Nights in Australia

by Staff Reporter

June 25, 2024

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Each screening will be followed by a question-and-answer session with visiting Saudi film representatives.

Image Nation AD and Front Row unveil trailer for ‘Al Eid Eiden’ ahead of release

by Staff Reporter

June 21, 2024

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'Al Eid Eiden' is helmed by first-time feature director Maitha Al Awadhi, produced by Rawia Abdallah, and written by Sara Al Sayegh.

Netflix releases Fatima AlBanawi’s feature directorial debut ‘Basma’

by Staff Reporter

June 9, 2024

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Mohamed Hefzy and Fatima AlBanawi produce 'Basma' through their respective production companies, Film Clinic and Alf Wad.

Riyadh-based TwentyOne Entertainment to launch at Red Sea Int’l Film Festival

Saudi film ‘Norah’ earns special mention at Cannes 2024

by Staff Reporter

May 27, 2024

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The film was supported by the Red Sea Fund and shot entirely in AlUla, northwest Saudi Arabia, featuring an all-Saudi cast and a 40% Saudi crew.

Red Sea International Film Festival opens submissions for fourth edition

by Staff Reporter

May 9, 2024

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Submissions must be made by August 22, 2024, while the early bird submission period ends on July 5.

Saudi film ‘Hajjan’ to open 24th Rotterdam Arab Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

May 8, 2024

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The film is a co-production between King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture and Film Clinic.

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

Film AlUla set to shine at 77th Cannes Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

May 1, 2024

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Film AlUla's presence at Cannes underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to fostering a vibrant film industry and showcasing the nation's rich cultural heritage on the global stage.

Saudi film ‘Hajjan’ to close 14th edition of Malmö Arab Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

April 22, 2024

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

Saudi Arabia to make Cannes Film Festival debut with ‘Norah’

by Staff Reporter

April 14, 2024

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The film premiered locally at the Red Sea Film Festival in Jeddah last December.

EXCLUSIVE: Saudi short ‘The Last Dismissal’ to premiere at Cairo Film Festival

Saudi short ‘The Last Dismissal’ to screen at Hollywood ShortsFest

by Staff Reporter

April 1, 2024

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Co-produced by MENA-based Front Row Filmed Entertainment and Egypt's Cats Films, the film is directed by Saudi filmmaker Jawaher Alamri.

Saudi film ‘HWJN’ to release in cinemas across UAE, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar

by Staff Reporter

February 12, 2024

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The adaptation is directed by Iraqi Dubai-based director Yasir Al Yasiri, who also takes a producer credit under his Axx Productions banner.

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

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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.

New normal inspires fresh storylines and alternative filming strategies

Arabic content landscape set for unprecedented growth in 2024

by Vijaya Cherian

January 5, 2024

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All signs point to a flourishing Arabic content sector in 2024 with Saudi Arabia contributing significantly to the advancement of this sector.

Netflix to release Saudi film ‘From the Ashes’

by Staff Reporter

January 2, 2024

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The fictional film is inspired by real events, when a fire erupted in an all girls-school, resulting in an unfortunate event.

Saudi filmmakers unite to form Saudi Film Association

by Staff Reporter

December 7, 2023

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The association's primary function would involve formulating legislative frameworks for the industry, along with advocating for the labor rights of cinema professionals.

Saudi thriller ‘NAGA’ premieres at Red Sea International Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

December 3, 2023

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On December 7, 2023, the film will be available on Netflix across 190 countries globally.

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

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

Saudi short film ‘Laila’ to internationally premiere at Zanzibar film festival

by Staff Reporter

June 23, 2023

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MAD Solutions is handling worldwide sales and distribution for Zakaria Al-Bashir's film.

‘Alhamour H.A.’ becomes first Saudi film to get commercial release in Egypt

by Staff Reporter

February 16, 2023

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Written by Hani Kadour and Omar Bahabri, the comedy-drama is directed by Abdulelah Alqurashi.

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

Saudi action-comedy ‘Sattar’ to premiere in UK

by Staff Reporter

February 9, 2023

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The film will release on around 10 UK screens in London and other major cities, including Manchester, Liverpool, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Birmingham and Leeds.

Jameel Arts Centre organises film programme Staples

Red Sea film fest and Art Jameel announce collaborative programme

by Staff Reporter

December 6, 2022

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Youssef Chahine’s films will be screened on various dates throughout December, with the opening film screening on December 6 at 8 PM.

Saudi feature film ‘Within Sand’ begins shooting in Neom

by Staff Reporter

March 26, 2022

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With filming underway in Badjdah, Neom, 'Within Sand' is set to release in November 2022.

Saudi film ‘Champions’ to launch in theatres on March 10

by Staff Reporter

March 9, 2022

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The movie, although a remake of the Spanish film 'Campeones', has maintained a regional flavour.

Saudi film ‘Champions’ to release on March 10

by Staff Reporter

February 28, 2022

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The film will be distributed by Vox Cinemas before being available on MBC's Shahid.

Saudi film ‘The Girls Who Burned The Night’ to premiere at Cairo Film Festival

by Staff Reporter

November 30, 2020

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Directed by Saudi filmmaker Sara Mesfer, the film is scheduled to be screened at the festival which will kick off from December 2 to 10.

Saudi film ‘Shams Alma’arif’ now available on Netflix

by Staff Reporter

October 4, 2020

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Directed by Faris Godus and produced by his brother Suhaib Godus, the film premiered in cinemas across the kingdom during the Eid Al-Adha holiday this year.

British Council releases in-depth Saudi Film Skills report

by Staff Reporter

October 1, 2020

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The study is based on responses from a total of 422 people, of which 40% were filmmakers, 30% comprised students and 17% included film crew.

Saudi film ‘Ertidad’ to screen at Quebec City Film Festival in Canada

by Staff Reporter

September 15, 2020

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Written and directed by Mohammed Alhamoud, 'Ertidad' was entirely shot in Al Hasamah village in Jizan Province, south-western Saudi Arabia.

Emirati-Saudi-Egyptian comedy film “Ba’ad el Khamis” brings together Arab comedians

by Staff Reporter

April 29, 2019

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The film is dedicated to the new generation, and will be executed in a contemporary style; promising a cinematic experience that attempts to mark the Arabian peninsula on the global ...

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