Red Sea Film Foundation at Venice Film Festival: The Red Sea FF will showcase several films at the 81st Venice International Film Festival, including "Aïcha" in the Orizzonti section, "Seeking Haven for Rambo" in the Orizzonti Extra section, and "Aisha Can't Fly Away Anymore" in the "Final Cut" initiative.
Diverse Film Selection: Additionally, "Sudan, Remember Us" and "To Kill a Mongolian Horse" will be featured in the Giornate degli Autori section, reflecting the wide range of projects supported by the Red Sea Fund.
Upcoming Festival: The Red Sea International Film Festival will return to Jeddah from December 5 to 14, 2024, continuing the Foundation's mission to promote and celebrate regional filmmaking.
"**Jeddah, September 2, 2024** — The Red Sea Film Foundation (Red Sea FF) is set to make a significant impact at international film festivals, underscoring its growing influence on the global cinematic stage. In a recent announcement, the Foundation revealed its participation in the prestigious 81st Venice International Film Festival, which is taking place from August 28 to September 7, 2024.
This year’s Venice International Film Festival will feature a remarkable lineup of films supported by the Red Sea Fund. Among the standout entries is ""Aïcha,"" which will be showcased in the Orizzonti section. This film, which won the Red Sea Souk Award at the second edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival, highlights the Foundation's commitment to promoting exceptional storytelling from the region. Additionally, ""Seeking Haven for Rambo"" will be presented in the Orizzonti Extra section. This film was selected for ""The Lodge"" program under the Red Sea Labs and received support from the Red Sea Fund in 2023, illustrating the Foundation's dedication to nurturing emerging talent and innovative projects.
Furthermore, ""Aisha Can't Fly Away Anymore"" will be featured as part of the ""Final Cut"" initiative, which focuses on films in the post-production phase. The Red Sea Foundation’s contribution of a €5,000 prize to the winning film underscores its role in supporting projects that are nearing completion. In another exciting development, ""Sudan, Remember Us"" and ""To Kill a Mongolian Horse"" will be included in the Giornate degli Autori section, further demonstrating the breadth and diversity of the films backed by the Red Sea Fund.
Since its establishment in 2021, the Red Sea Fund has become a cornerstone of the cinematic landscape in the Arab world, Africa, and Asia. With support for over 250 film projects to date, the Fund has played a crucial role in fostering and advancing storytelling and filmmaking across these regions.
Looking ahead, the Foundation is also preparing for the fourth edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival, which is scheduled to return to Jeddah from December 5 to 14, 2024. This upcoming festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of film, continuing the Foundation's mission to spotlight and elevate creative voices from the region."