RED SEA FUND OPENS APPLICATIONS FOR CYCLE 1 OF 2025 POST-PRODUCTION GRANTS, AND EXPANDS TO ASIA FOR THE FIRST TIME
The Red Sea Fund, a program under the Red Sea Film Foundation, has opened submissions for post-production projects in the first cycle of the year, running from February 6 to February 27, 2025.
For the first time, the Fund is now accepting submissions from Asia, welcoming voices from the continent to apply alongside storytellers from Saudi Arabia, Africa, and the Arab world. Interested filmmakers can submit their applications HERE .
Shivani Pandya Malhotra, Red Sea Film Foundation Managing Director, remarked: 'The Red Sea Fund champions projects across stages and cycles, providing financial grants that bring bold ideas to life. Our expansion into Asia reflects our commitment to talents and stories that are often underrepresented, providing filmmakers with an avenue to execute their vision and reach the world.'
Established in 2021, the Red Sea Fund has supported 280+ projects. Several former recipients have gone on to earn global recognition and accolades.
The first cycle of 2025 is open to a range of post-production projects, including feature-length fiction, documentary, or animation films.
About The Red Sea Film Foundation:
The Red Sea Film Foundation is a rapidly emerging force in the global film industry. As an independent, non-profit organization, it fosters the film sector in Saudi Arabia, the Arab world, Asia, and Africa. Its initiatives are closely aligned with Saudi Arabia's plans for nurturing film and culture, emphasizing the pillars of a vibrant society and a thriving cultural scene. Leading the charge on the cultural and cinematic front, the Red Sea Film Foundation is transforming Saudi Arabia into a prominent global hub for film and a platform for storytellers. The Red Sea Film Foundation's flagship initiatives—the Red Sea Fund, Red Sea Labs, the Red Sea Souk, and the Red Sea International Film Festival—aim to champion and support filmmakers in bringing their visions to life and presenting their films on a global stage.
About the Red Sea Fund:
The Red Sea Fund is a pioneering initiative by the Red Sea Film Foundation, dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering growth in the global film industry. With a focus on supporting filmmakers from Saudi Arabia, the Arab region, and Africa, the fund provides crucial financial support, mentoring, and resources to bring diverse narratives and innovative ideas to life.
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