Jeddah - The Red Sea International Film Festival will be held in the ancient historical city of Jeddah, as part of the ancient history of the Jeddah Governorate, which has been perfectly preserved with its architectural and cultural spirit over the years.

The choice to launch the festival in the old city of Jeddah in particular; To provide an opportunity to highlight the attractive areas in the Kingdom, and to present a true image of the city and the culture of its people by inviting people from all over the world to see the true cultural image of the Kingdom represented in the ancient historical city of Jeddah.

Visitors will also be able to enjoy the authentic Arab hospitality that characterizes the Kingdom, along with the rest of the diverse and rich exploits enjoyed by Jeddah.

The Red Sea International Film Festival aims to promote intercultural exchange and strengthen the Saudi and Arab film industry, as the Kingdom plays an important role in the international film industry by launching a world-class event and presenting it to audiences from inside and outside the Kingdom.

The festival also announced the screening of a group of selected films from the Arab region, in addition to a carefully selected group of international films that were nominated for famous international awards from all over the world, and the Red Sea Festival is an exclusive opportunity for the cinema-loving audience, to watch a group of films that are not usually available opportunity to view it.

Mohamed Al-Turki, Chairman of the Red Sea International Film Festival Committee, said: The naming of the old city of Jeddah, known as “Al-Balad”, the home of the Red Sea International Film Festival is important, as “Al-Balad” is the jewel of Jeddah that blends history and modernity in perfect harmony.

He pointed out the importance of Old Jeddah, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, being the hub of the largest film festival in the region, which will put the Kingdom on the map of the world cinema.

The Red Sea International Film Festival was established to become an effective film festival on the international film scene, to be a leading film festival in the Arab world. The festival also supports the growth of the culture and capabilities of the local film community by developing local and Arab talents and enhancing knowledge of the film industry.

The festival is also an opportunity for Saudi youth; To discover global cultures through the influence of the film industry.