Mohammed Al-Turki: Last News

There were a bunch of Hollywood A-List stars in Saudi Arabia today for the closing night gala of the 2023 Red Sea International Film Festival!

John Bleasdale Guest Contributor Andrew Garfield spoke to an audience rich in Spider-Man fans about his career at the Red Sea Film Festival Thursday, sitting alongside Saudi producer and Red Sea Film Foundation CEO Mohammed Al Turki. The two have known each other since Garfield starred in Ramin Bahrani’s 2014 drama “99 Homes,” which Al Turki produced. “I’m currently out of work,” Garfield quipped.

Andrew Garfield shared insights into his early days in Hollywood, experiences working on the Spider-Man franchise and thoughts about Red Sea International Festival Festival during his masterclass at the festival today. 

Halle Berry and Gwyneth Paltrow are among the high-profile names that have been added to the popular ‘In-Conversation’ sidebar section at the third edition of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival. Scroll down for the full list of attendees.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Film Festival stands as testimony to the kingdom’s unwavering drive to become a film and TV industry powerhouse amid regional conflicts, political turbulence and societal changes. The Israel-Hamas war caused cancellations of several movie celebrations across the Arab world, including the Cairo Film Festival and Tunisia’s Carthage Film Days.

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival has unveiled the juries and honorees of its third edition which kicks off on Thursday in the port city of Jeddah.

Michael Mann’s high octane biopic Ferrari has been announced as the closing picture of Saudi Arabia’s third Red Sea International Film Festival, running November 30 to December 9 in the port city of Jeddah.

Nick Vivarelli International Correspondent Baz Luhrmann is set to preside over the main jury of the third edition of Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival. The event, which is rapidly becoming the top fest and market in the region and a key driver in Saudi Arabia’s ongoing effort to build a film and TV industry, will run Nov.

Baz Luhrmann has been named president of the Features Competition jury at the upcoming Red Sea International Film Festival. This third edition of the event runs from November 30-December 9 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

EXCLUSIVE: Saudi Arabia’s Red Rea Film Foundation has announced it is investing in Johnny Depp’s Modi, Michael Mann’s Venice title Ferrari and Guy Ritchie’s World War Two spy action feature The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.

Eiza Gonzalez and Alessandra Ambrosio looked like they had the best time in Ibiza. The two shared some photos together and alongside friends, calling out to their similarities in style and facial expressions.Eiza González stuns in cream pantsuit at Paris Fashion WeekEiza Gonzalez, Lewis Hamilton, and friends hang out in luxury yachtA post shared by Alessandra Ambrosio (@alessandraambrosio)The photo was initially shared by Ambrosio, who posted multiple images on her Instagram among notorious personalities. Ambrosio wore an all white outfit made out of a tight top, a skirt, and some flip flops.

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival has cancelled its swanky Women in Cinema gala event at the upcoming Venice Film Festival in response to the ongoing actors’ strike.

Michelle Rodriguez! The Fast and Furious star, who recently turned 45, has defied her age and raised the bar by displaying her basketball skills on a luxurious yacht in the breathtaking Sardinian sunshine. Mexican actress Eiza González and Saudi film producer Mohammed Al Turki also came along to enjoy the Mediterranean waters and the bright sun shining down on them.

Red Sea Fund & Film AlUla Partner On Production GrantThe Red Sea Fund has partnered with Film AlUla to offer a production grant for filmmakers with projects set within the landscape of AlUla in northwest Saudi Arabia. The Red Sea Fund and Film AlUla will be named as co-producers on all selected films, and Saudi Arabia will be a co-production country. The two bodies said chosen filmmakers will be given “free rein” on their creative project and will be judged purely on the quality of the production, talent, and script. Projects from Saudi Arabia, the Arab regions, and Africa are eligible for the Film AlUla fund. The fund will sponsor at least 10 projects. Mohammed Al Turki, CEO of the Red Sea Film Foundation, said: “Our aim as an organization is to uplift and support filmmakers from the Arab and African region and to promote the industry in Saudi Arabia – which is home to incredible filming locations like AlUla. We are delighted to have Film AlUla as a partner on this third cycle of funding, which will provide fund recipients the opportunity to bring their creative visions to life on the big screen as well as showcase the beauty and diversity of this country, with the backing of two significant partners.”

Naomi Campbell was spotted cradling her one year old daughter as she left the luxurious Cap Eden Roc hotel in Antibes on the day of her 53rd birthday. She has been in the city of Cannes during the world famous Cannes Film Festival but on Monday she was spotted celebrating her birthday on board a superyacht. As the supermodel made her way onto the boat she was spotted with her daughter, whose name has not been made public.

The Red Sea International Film Festival has announced its foundation is getting behind French director Maïwenn’s period drama Jeanne du Barry, in which she co-stars as the titular 18th Century courtesan Madame du Barry opposite Johnny Depp as King Louis XV.

Iraqi filmmaker Ahmed Yassin Al Daradji picked up the Golden Yusr for Best Feature Film at the Red Sea Film Festival with his debut feature Hanging Gardens.

Lucy Hale was among a star-studded guest list at Friday's Women In Cinema event at the Red Sea international Film Festival.The fete in honor of showbiz women was held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, a country whose first female-directed film was made just 10 years ago, and which lifted a 35-year ban on movie theaters as recently as 2017.For her latest leggy appearance Lucy, 33, wore a daring peekaboo ensemble with wide holes up and down both sides. There she is: Lucy Hale was among a star-studded guest list at Friday's Women In Cinema event at the Red Sea international Film FestivalThe Pretty Little Liars star turned this way and that in her flesh-fleshing look, which offered a generous glimpse of her shapely legs.Wearing her sleek black hair down, she sharpened her screen siren features with makeup including a slick of scarlet lipstick.

Priyanka Chopra dazzled in a pearlescent beaded gown as she attended the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia on Thursday. The 40-year-old actress, who recently celebrated her fourth wedding anniversary with husband Nick Jonas, wowed in the gown which flashed her midriff and décolletage as she posed.The glittering gown boasted a sheer crystallized train and was paired with a stunning diamond and emerald necklace.  Glitz: Priyanka Chopra dazzled in a pearlescent beaded gown as she attended the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia on Thursday The star wore her tresses in soft waves and sported a rich palette of make-up.  She flashed a grin and waved to onlookers as she made her way into the big event. She posed alongside Saudi Arabian film producer Mohammed Al Turki at the opening night of the 10-day long event.  Gorgeous: The 40-year-old actress, who recently celebrated her fourth wedding anniversary with husband Nick Jonas , wowed in the gown which flashed her midriff and décolletage as she posed  Vibrant: She painted her lips a dark pink and she wore a huge diamond necklace The festival took place in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah and opened with a screening of What’s Love Got To Do With It?. What’s Love Got To Do With It? stars Lily James and Shazad Latif and premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September. The movie centers around two people from very different backgrounds who slowly fall in love.  Producer: She posed alongside Saudi Arabian film producer Mohammed Al Turki at the opening night of the 10-day long event (L to R: Turki, Chopra, guest) Opening with a new movie: The festival took place in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah and opened with a screening of

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival has unveiled a star-studded In-Conversations program as the second edition gets underway in the port city of Jeddah today.

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival (December 1 to 10) kicks off its second edition in the port city of Jeddah this week.