‘Our Screen’ event in Jazan showcases 11 Saudi short films

The 'Our Screen' event opened last night in Jazan, featuring screenings of 11 Saudi short films spanning both fiction and documentary genres. The event was organized by the Strategic Office for the Development of Jazan Region in partnership with the Saudi Cinema Association and the House of Culture.

The films addressed themes such as family, relationships, work, daily life, artistic experiences, and social practices. Filmmakers drew on everyday details to craft their stories, using both narrative and documentary approaches.

This diversity allowed audiences to experience different storytelling techniques and explore how short films can experiment and reflect real-life issues.

Hani Al-Mulla, CEO of the Saudi Cinema Association, said the films highlighted the progress of young filmmakers and their ability to select and present topics cinematically, whether through narrative storytelling or documenting real experiences, with a variety of styles in writing, directing, and cinematography.

Al-Mulla explained that the 'Our Screen' program was created to bridge the gap between filmmakers and Saudi audiences, helping creators reach a wider public and fulfill their aspirations.

He outlined the event’s goals of making Saudi films accessible to audiences in Jazan, providing a space for both viewing and dialogue, and strengthening connections between directors, young talents, and viewers, thereby supporting cinema’s presence in the region’s cultural scene.

The screenings and discussions offered a platform for filmmakers and enthusiasts to connect, discuss cinema’s relationship with place and society, and further the Cinema Association’s efforts to promote film experiences in Jazan.