Stars Align for Red Sea Film Festival
The Red Sea Film Festival revealed its official lineup featuring notable stars such as Angelina Jolie, Jude Law, Paul Dano, Anthony Mackie, and Ben Kingsley. The announcement was made on Tuesday, highlighting a diverse selection of films.
International Spectacular Selections
- "Couture" — A drama led by Angelina Jolie, directed by Alice Winocour.
- "Scarlet" — An anime by Mamoru Hosoda inspired by Shakespeare's Hamlet.
- "The Wizard of the Kremlin" — A political thriller/comedy directed by Olivier Assayas, starring Paul Dano and Jude Law.
- "Farruquito: A Flamenco Story" — A Spanish documentary showcasing the art of flamenco dance.
- "Desert Warrior" — Set in Saudi Arabia, directed by Rupert Wyatt, starring Ben Kingsley and Anthony Mackie.
Special Screenings
- Sirât by Oliver Laxe
- The Voice of Hind Rajab by Kaouther Ben Hania
Arab Spectacular Program
- "Palestine 36" by Annemarie Jacir — A portrait funded by Red Sea Films, documenting a photographer capturing rebellion during Mandate Palestine.
- "Unidentified" by Haifaa Al Mansour — A female-driven detective thriller challenging violence against women.
- "A Matter of Life and Death" — A tender love story set in Jeddah, the festival’s hometown.
- "The Fakenapping" by Amine Lakhnech — A Netflix film produced by Telfaz11.
"The Red Sea Film Festival unveiled its lineup Tuesday, with films starring Angelina Jolie, Paul Dano, Jude Law, Anthony Mackie and Ben Kingsley among the selection."
Additionally, the festival features a biopic titled "Giant", starring Amir El Masry and Pierce Brosnan, centered around Prince Naseem.
Author's Summary
The Red Sea Film Festival showcases an impressive range of international and Arab cinema, bringing together renowned actors and powerful stories in Saudi Arabia’s cultural hub.