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Film AlUla Champions Saudi Talent with Prestigious Awards at Red Sea International Film Festival

Film AlUla Champions Saudi Talent with Prestigious Awards at Red Sea International Film Festival
The Red Sea International Film Festival has announced Film AlUla's return as a sponsor, supporting two prominent awards: the Film AlUla Audience Award and the Film AlUla Best Saudi Film Award. These awards aim to elevate Saudi talent, with the Audience Award allowing festival attendees to vote for their favorite film, while the Best Saudi Film Award celebrates creative Saudi filmmakers for originality, cultural richness, and storytelling that resonates with Saudi identity. Both awards offer winners a $50,000 grant, underscoring Film AlUla's dedication to advancing the Saudi film industry and fostering global connections.

Festival Managing Director Shivani Pandya Malhotra expressed excitement about Film AlUla’s role in supporting both Saudi talent and an engaged audience, emphasizing its impact on strengthening dialogue between filmmakers and viewers. Film AlUla’s Acting Executive Director, Zaid Shaker, highlighted the awards' alignment with Vision 2030 and Film AlUla’s mission to establish the region as a prominent filming hub.

The Royal Commission for AlUla established Film AlUla in 2020 to promote AlUla as a premier filming destination, offering tailored support and financial incentives to filmmakers. Since its inception, Film AlUla has hosted over 1,200 production days, attracting both local and international projects, and will continue this commitment at the Red Sea Festival, running from December 5-14, 2024, in Jeddah. The awards ceremony will take place on December 12, revealing the winners of these prestigious honors.
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