The lineup of 12 movies from the fest circuit, including two from Africa, will be 'showcasing diverse voices and perspectives,' organizers of the event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia say.
in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia has picked 12 movies for its Festival Favorites selection of standouts from the fest circuit, includingfrom director Sarah Friedland whose synopsis reads: “Arriving at an aged care facility, Ruth thinks she is in a fancy hotel on a date – with a man who is actually her son. Gradually, she reconciles herself to the life she has now.” The film had its world premiere in the Horizons lineup of the Venice Film Festival.
“This year’s selection continues to demonstrate our commitment to showcasing diverse voices and perspectives during the festival,” said Kaleem Aftab, director of international programming for the Red Sea festival. “These films explore a range of real, human themes – from contemporary social issues to relationships and the search for meaning in an increasingly complex and chaotic world.”
Added Antoine Khalife, director of Arab programs and film classics: “This year’s Festival Favorites are films that stay with the viewer long after the fall of the curtain. They all tell important stories, tales of resilience, identity and universal truth. We invite you all to come experience these stories for yourself, indulging in diverse perspectives from across the world.”In a faraway town, missing people return under inexplicable circumstances.
A poor young mother, filled with an ancient warrior spirit, faces down the bullies and bulldozers coming to destroy Lagos’s waterside communities.A mysterious illness strikes down the youngest child of refugees after their application for political asylum in Sweden is turned down.Where were you when the Earth exploded? Out in space, desperately seeking a friend on the other side of the solar system.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Kate Winslet's Red-Hot Halter-Neck Jumpsuit Made a Statement at Zurich Film FestKate Winslet wore a red form-fitting halter neck jumpsuit as she accepted the Golden Icon award at the Zurich Film Festival on Monday, October 7.
Read more »
Cleveland Heights serves up ‘The Grandview Pizza Oven’ at Chagrin Documentary Film FestThe backyard oven cooked up a lot of controversy on its first extended run.
Read more »
Santa Barbara Film Fest: ‘Emilia Pérez’ Star Zoe Saldaña Set for American Riviera AwardThe actress, who shared the best actress prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival with her 'Emilia Pérez' co-stars, will be fêted on Feb. 7.
Read more »
Film fest offers an Italian perspectiveThe San Diego Italian Film Festival showcases features, shorts and a gala over the next two weekends.
Read more »
Mill Valley Film Fest: New documentary reflects on Marin’s Druid Heights“Lost in Time: Druid Heights” will be shown as part of the Mill Valley Film Festival at 1 p.m. Friday at the Lark Theater in Larkspur.
Read more »
Kevin Costner To Attend SCAD Savannah Film Fest With 'Horizon: An American Saga' PremiereAcademy Award winner Kevin Costner will be attending the SCAD Savannah Film Festival to premiere the first installment of his epic Western film series, 'Horizon: An American Saga,' and participate in a Q&A session moderated by yours truly.
Read more »