Published on, Sept. 21 -- September 21, 2025 3:20 PM

The French Consulate in Jeddah recently hosted a special gathering for young Saudi creators ahead of the highly anticipated fifth 48Hr Film Challenge. The initiative, organised in collaboration with the Red Sea Film Foundation, Alliance Francaise, and Institut Francais, encourages aspiring filmmakers to produce a short film in just two days. The event brought together mentors, industry professionals, and participants to share ideas, inspire creativity, and prepare for the intense filmmaking competition scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.

This year's challenge has drawn strong interest, with 70 applicants competing for only 14 team spots, reflecting the growing popularity of the prog...