Stars Align for Red Sea Film Festival
The Red Sea Film Festival revealed its exciting lineup, featuring films with stars such as Angelina Jolie, Jude Law, Paul Dano, Anthony Mackie, and Ben Kingsley.
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 and comedy starring Paul Dano and Jude Law, directed by Olivier Assayas.
- "Farruquito: A Flamenco Story" – A documentary exploring Spanish dance.
- "Desert Warrior" – A drama set in Saudi Arabia featuring Ben Kingsley and Anthony Mackie, directed by Rupert Wyatt.
Special Screenings
- Sirât by Oliver Laxe
- The Voice of Hind Rajab by Kaouther Ben Hania
Arab Spectacular Program
- Palestine 36 by Annemarie Jacir – A Red Sea-funded film portraying a photographer documenting rebellion in Mandate Palestine.
- Unidentified by Haifaa Al Mansour – A female-driven detective thriller challenging stereotypes about violence against women.
- A Matter of Life and Death – A tender Saudi love story set in Jeddah, the festival’s host city.
- The Fakenapping by Amine Lakhnech – A Netflix film produced by Telfaz11.
Additional Highlight
The festival also features the biopic Giant, starring Amir El Masry and Pierce Brosnan, centered on Prince Naseem.
"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 brings together a diverse selection of international and Arab cinema, showcasing notable stars and stories rooted in rich cultural contexts.
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Variety — 2025-11-05