Stars Align for Red Sea Film Festival
The Red Sea Film Festival revealed its lineup, showcasing films featuring prominent actors such as Angelina Jolie, Paul Dano, Jude Law, Anthony Mackie, and Ben Kingsley.
International Spectacular Program
- "Couture" – Drama led by Angelina Jolie, directed by Alice Winocour.
- "Scarlet" – Anime by Mamoru Hosoda, inspired by Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
- "The Wizard of the Kremlin" – Political thriller/comedy by Olivier Assayas, starring Paul Dano and Jude Law.
- "Farruquito: A Flamenco Story" – Spanish dance documentary.
- "Desert Warrior" – Saudi Arabia-set drama directed by Rupert Wyatt, starring Ben Kingsley and Anthony Mackie.
Special Screenings
- "Sirât" – Directed by Oliver Laxe.
- "The Voice of Hind Rajab" – Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania.
Arab Spectacular Program
- "Palestine 36" – Directed by Annemarie Jacir, a Red Sea-funded film about a photographer capturing rebellion in Mandate Palestine.
- "Unidentified" – A female-led detective thriller by Haifaa Al Mansour that challenges stereotypes about violence against women.
- "A Matter of Life and Death" – A heartfelt Saudi love story set in Jeddah, the festival’s home.
- "The Fakenapping" – A Netflix production by Amine Lakhnech, produced by Telfaz11.
Additional Highlights
The festival also features the biopic "Giant" about Prince Naseem, starring Amir El Masry and Pierce Brosnan.
"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."
Author's summary: The Red Sea Film Festival presents a diverse program featuring international stars and powerful Arab stories, emphasizing unique voices and cinematic artistry.