Red Sea Film Foundation Extends Application Deadline For The Fourth Edition Of The 48hr Film Challenge

The Red Sea Film Foundation, in collaboration with the Consulate General of France in Jeddah, the Embassy of France in Saudi Arabia, and Alliance Française,has announced an extension to the application deadline for the fourth edition of the 48-Hour Film Challenge, with submissions now open until July 7, 2024. This challenge aims to foster the talents of aspiring filmmakers in Saudi Arabia.

This challenge is open to all aspiring filmmakers in the Kingdom, both Saudis and Saudi residents aged 18-25. The participants will undergo two days of intensive online technical workshops and mentorship, including a filmmaking workshop with Saudi director Faris Godus, a production workshop with Jordanian producer and script consultant Deema Azar, a script writing and editing workshop with Jordanian filmmaker Amjad Alrasheed.

Following the workshops, the teams will embark on a thrilling race against the clock, making a film from idea to edit within 48 hours.  In addition, the French Consulate will offer 15 shortlisted team members two days of professional workshops in Jeddah and Riyadh with experts from France and Saudi Arabia. The professional workshops will include screenings of short films and discussions about the industry.

Two winners will be chosen by a jury composed of world-renowned filmmakers and film professionals, The jury will seek to honor and reward cinematic work presented at the 48-Hour Film Challenge that breaks new ground and encourages Saudi and regional filmmaking. 

The two winning team leaders will be rewarded with a residency at the International Short Films Festival in Clermont-Ferrand (France) in 2025 organised by the French Consulate in Jeddah.  

The winning films will also be shown in the next edition of the Red Sea IFF in December 2024. 

To participate in this filmmaking adventure, gather your team of up to five members and let us know why you wish to take part. Applications are now openuntil July 7, 2024, and the submission guidelines are on our website. Don’t miss this chance to transform two days into an original short film! 

For more details and to apply, visit: https://redseafilmfest.com/en/48-hr-film-challenge/