Stars Align for Red Sea Festival
The Red Sea Film Festival has announced its official lineup, showcasing a diverse range of international and regional films starring acclaimed actors Angelina Jolie, Paul Dano, Jude Law, Anthony Mackie, and Ben Kingsley.
International Highlights
- “Couture,” directed by Alice Winocour and led by Angelina Jolie.
- “Scarlet,” an anime by Mamoru Hosoda inspired by Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.”
- “The Wizard of the Kremlin,” a political thriller-comedy by Olivier Assayas featuring Paul Dano and Jude Law.
- “Farruquito: A Flamenco Story,” a Spanish dance documentary.
- “Desert Warrior,” a Saudi Arabia-set drama by Rupert Wyatt, starring Ben Kingsley and Anthony Mackie.
Special Screenings
- Oliver Laxe’s contemplative drama “Sirât.”
- Kaouther Ben Hania’s “The Voice of Hind Rajab.”
Arab Spectacular Program
- Annemarie Jacir’s “Palestine 36,” funded by the Red Sea Festival, follows a photographer capturing rebellion during the British Mandate.
- “Unidentified,” directed by Haifaa Al Mansour, a mystery centered on female agency and justice.
- “A Matter of Life and Death,” a romantic story set in Jeddah.
- “The Fakenapping,” a Netflix-backed comedy thriller by Amine Lakhnech, produced by Telfaz11.
Biopic Highlight
The lineup also features “Giant,” a biopic about Prince Naseem, starring Amir El Masry and Pierce Brosnan.
“The Red Sea Film Festival unveiled its lineup Tuesday, spotlighting major international stars and regional voices.”
Author’s Summary
The 2025 Red Sea Film Festival unites global talent and Arab storytellers, offering an eclectic mix of art, culture, and cinematic innovation in Jeddah.