The Saudi Film Authority works to enhance the Kingdom’s presence in the international classic film market by supporting cinematic productions that reflect the country’s rich cultural heritage and ancient history. The Authority seeks to present films that deal with traditional stories that carry within them the spirit of originality and innovation. It also contributes to strengthening national identity and presenting it to the global audience, which enhances the Kingdom’s position in the film industry and encourages cultural exchange between peoples through diverse and innovative cinematic arts. Which highlights the aesthetics of Saudi culture and its artistic history rooted in the depths of time
Participation of the Saudi Film Authority in the Lumiere Film Festival 2025
The Saudi Film Authority proudly participates in the International Classic Film Market, which is held within the Lumiere Film Festival in Lyon, France, during the period from October 11 to 19. This participation is considered an important step to enhance the Kingdom’s presence in the field of cinematic archiving and preservation of cinematic heritage, as the Authority seeks to highlight its efforts in this vital field.
Lumiere Festival: a global platform for classic films
The Lumiere Festival is one of the most prominent international festivals that focus on the history and heritage of cinema. It hosts the International Classic Film Market, which is considered one of the most important global platforms specialized in preserving, restoring and distributing classic films. An elite group of experts and representatives of distribution companies and restoration and digitization laboratories participate in this event, in addition to cinematic rights holders from more than 30 countries, which reflects the importance of this festival in enhancing cooperation. International in the field of cinema.
Highlighting Saudi cinematic heritage
The Film Authority’s participation includes a dedicated pavilion in the market to display the Kingdom’s initiatives in preserving, restoring and digitizing films. A group of restored classic Saudi films will also be shown, which highlights the Kingdom’s efforts in preserving the cultural heritage and transmitting cinematic history to future generations. Through this participation, the Film Authority works to enhance international cooperation in the fields of archiving and restoration, and exchange experiences with international institutions, which contributes to the development of the Saudi film sector and consolidates The Kingdom’s position as an active destination in the global cinematic scene.
The authority also aims to build bridges of cooperation that strengthen the Kingdom’s position in the film industry, and open new horizons for innovation and creativity in this vital field, which contributes to strengthening cultural identity and enhances Saudi Arabia’s position on the international scene.
