Saudi Arabia to become an international hub for film production
Saudi Minister of Culture stressed the importance of the film industry as an economy that is built and opportunities are created.
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Saudi Minister of Culture stressed the importance of the film industry as an economy that is built and opportunities are created.
Saudi features and shorts will be screened across theatres in China, the world’s largest cinema market.
SFC aims to foster stronger cultural and cinematic ties between Saudi Arabia and South Korea while promoting creative collaboration at the festival.
Officials from the foundation will participate in panel discussions and networking events.
Awards will be presented for the best short film, best documentary, best animated film, best actor and best director.
The Saudi Film Confex 2024 serves as a gathering point for filmmakers, producers, distributors and investors from Saudi Arabia and the world.
The commission seeks to generate global interest in Saudi stories and productions while building connections with filmmakers around the world.
The Commission’s participation in the festival includes organising a roundtable event titled 'Challenges Facing Modern and Emerging Archives in Particular.'
The initiative will gather and preserve films from a range of sources, including both private and public sector institutions, as well as individual filmmakers.
AFCI enables film commissions and industry partners to bring productions to life through knowledge-sharing, skill development and connection.
Each screening will be followed by a question-and-answer session with visiting Saudi film representatives.
The participation in the festival aims to cultivate international partnerships and investments in the film industry between the Kingdom and China, fostering cultural exchange between the two countries.
In its initial phase, the oversight will focus on regulating the licensing for permanent, temporary, and special cinemas.
The film is supported by the Saudi Film Commission’s Daw Initiative and Neom, which provided incentives and on-the-ground support.
Additionally, the Saudi Film Commission will host multiple panel discussions during the festival, delving into the most recent advancements within the film industry.
This is done with the aim of making cinemas more accessible to a wider audience in KSA.
The commission also slashed the fee for license to operate a cinema to show one or more films on a permanent or temporary basis.
The event features screenings of over 20 Saudi feature and short films that have previously been showcased at both local and international film festivals.
The festival will be held over five days, from April 14 to 18, 2024.
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The Saudi pavilion aims to inspire global producers to explore the captivating filming locations of Saudi Arabia.
This year, average ticket prices decreased by over 16% compared to last year.
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.
Earlier editions of the programme featured more than 62 training courses, equipping and empowering a diverse cohort of more than 2,430 individuals.
The conference will foster cultural exchange among critics, writers and film enthusiasts.
The conference will foster cultural exchange among critics, writers and film enthusiasts.
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The contents of the pavilion include a cinematic exhibition highlighting prominent Saudi films that have earned international awards or impressive box office returns.
British filmmaker Ridley Scott's classic film 'Blade Runner' (1982) will also be screened during the event.
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.
The conference will allow regional and international industry players to connect and serve as a platform for new technologies and techniques to be developed.
The aim of the pavilion is to create a space for dialogue and discussion with film industry leaders from around the world.
This event will examine issues such as the ethics of film production and media's role in shaping awareness of communities and culture.
‘Kandahar’ is financed by Capstone Group and MBC Studios.
The commission hosted nearly 150 producers, directors, media professionals, and filmmakers from all over the world.
The meeting was part of a series of open events organised by the commission with specialists to enhance dialogue within the Saudi film community.
The discussion is part of a series of open meetings held by the film authority.
In AlUla and across Saudi Arabia, the emerging screen sector is lifted by the ambition and potential of young Saudi nationals.
Scripts and films nominated for this year's festival will compete for 26 awards in four categories.
Participants discuss challenges and opportunities within the national film industry.
The new edition will offer financial grants for Saudi-based production companies looking to produce short films or feature films.
The film was among the winners of the Saudi Film Commission’s Daw Film Competition to foster new Saudi filmmaking talent.
Daw Film Competition, an initiative by Saudi Film Commission, aims to support and empower emerging Saudi film talent, and develop the Kingdom’s burgeoning film industry.
The commission discussed the benefits of the Saudi cash rebate programme to international filmmakers and producers.
The commission will showcase the benefits of the Saudi cash rebate programme to international filmmakers and producers.
Between June 15 to 22, Riyadh will welcome 14 films from different European countries.
Saudi Film Commission has licensed 56 theatres with 518 screens in 20 cities since its launch in April 2018.
The films will compete in three categories, which includes feature films, short films, and the unexecuted scenario.
With filming underway in Badjdah, Neom, 'Within Sand' is set to release in November 2022.
‘Kandahar’ is financed by Capstone Group and MBC Studios.
A bespoke platform will be launched with the first applications expected to start coming in during Q1 2022.
There will also be a new Saudi Film Institute that will focus on film production, professional training in cinematic storytelling, and wider creative and technical skills.
The feature film has already been shown at a number of festivals and won several awards.
The film festival will host a series of events in Venice, including a gala evening designed to celebrate women in cinema and their achievements in the industry.
Three committees of industry professionals have been selected for each section of funding.
The aim of the pavilion is to create a space for dialogue and discussion with film industry leaders from around the world, and to enable Saudi filmmaking companies to meet ...
It aims to discover and develop national talents by organising intensive training programmes and comprehensive workshops.
