European Film Festival in Riyadh to screen 15 movies, says EU ambassador

Christoph Farnaud, the European Union ambassador to Saudi Arabia, announced that 15 films will be screened as part of the European Film Festival in Riyadh, emphasizing that the event aims to give Saudi audiences the opportunity to discover the latest European cinema productions.

Speaking to Al Arabiya, Farnaud said the festival opened with the Spanish film "Sierane," and that screenings will continue over the next ten days. The selection of 15 films allows viewers to explore the diversity and recent achievements of European filmmaking.

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He added that European cinema is among the world's richest and most dynamic film industries, noting that the festival is an opportunity to experience a variety of cinematic perspectives and enjoy works that reflect the vibrancy of the European film scene.

The ambassador stressed that the festival is not only a celebration of European cinema, but is primarily aimed at Saudi audiences. He explained that it is a joint initiative between European and Saudi sides, organized specifically to offer this cultural and cinematic experience to people in the Kingdom.