Red Sea Film
Foundation supports three high-profile international films
The Red Sea Film
Foundation of Saudi Arabia made a significant announcement on Friday, revealing
its investment in three star-studded movies: "Modi," featuring Johnny
Depp, Michael Mann's Venice title "Ferrari," and Guy Ritchie's Second
World War espionage thriller "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare."
Mohammed Al-Turki, CEO
of the Red Sea Film Foundation, stated, "Red Sea International Film
Financing serves as a platform for us to bolster our acclaimed storytellers,
esteemed directors, and foster opportunities for cultural exchange."
In an Instagram post,
Al-Turki further elaborated, "Building on the success of our first
international co-production with Maiwenn's highly anticipated Cannes opener
'Jeanne du Barry,' we are thrilled to contribute to Michael Mann's compelling
narrative, focusing on a pivotal year in the life of Enzo Ferrari, as well as
supporting Johnny Depp's captivating exploration of the life and art of
Modigliani, which marks Depp's return to directing, and Guy Ritchie's dynamic
exploration of renegades during the Second World War in 'The Ministry of
Ungentlemanly Warfare.'"
The exact financial
details of the investments have yet to be disclosed.
According to Deadline,
the foundation also unveiled plans for Depp's film, which represents his second
directorial effort after the 1997 feature "The Brave." This movie
will serve as a pilot for a new program aimed at welcoming Saudi interns to
gain practical experience across various film departments, including art, camera,
and production.
Al-Turki attended the
world premiere of "Ferrari" at the Venice Festival, gracing the red
carpet in an elegant black tuxedo.
Notably, Lebanese
presenter Raya Abirached was also in attendance at the event, making several
appearances on the red carpet. She graced the opening night in an off-white
guipure mermaid gown adorned with delicate tassels of leaves and crystals by
Syrian designer Rami Al-Ali. Later in the evening, she dazzled in a colorful,
glitzy dress designed by Lebanese couturier Georges Hobeika, complemented by
Bulgari jewelry.
Source: https://www.arabnews.com/
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