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An Interview with Film AlUla executive director Charlene Deleon-Jones
Only three years old, Film AlUla are new to the audiovisual world, developing their infrastructure and making a name for themselves in the industry. But with projects rolling in from international filmmakers to promoting their local talents, the Saudi region…
Film AlUla and Creative Media Skills Institute join forces in training the new generation of screen professionals
On 26 February, Film AlUla kicked off their training programme in association with UK- led Creative Media Skills Institute, training an up and coming generation of filmmakers. For 10 days, attendees were taught by four industry professionals who imparted their…
Film AlUla brings next generation of film and fashion creators with AlUla creates
Film AlUla has announced the launch of their new platform, AlUla creates, which aims to nurture and empower the future generations in film, the arts and fashion. As part of Film AlUla’s wider plans to create a film-friendly ecosystem, it…
Film AlUla's studio complex construction has begun
Film Alula, the film agency of the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), announced today the start of construction of their approximately 30,000 square metre studio complex. The first phase of construction is set to be completed in Q4 of 2023.…
Filmmaking in AlUla: a conversation with film commissioner Stephen Strachan and Norah producer Paul Miller
We caught up with Stephen Strachan, film commissioner at Film AlUla, and Paul Miller, producer of upcoming feature film Norah. The pair discussed filming in Saudi Arabia's AlUla area, exploring the filming locations, incentive schemes, and filmmaking resources that the…
Film Saudi offers 40% cash rebate scheme for incoming productions
The Saudi Film Commission has unveiled its new incentive programme: ‘Film Saudi.’ This scheme offers cash rebates worth up to 40%. Qualifiers for the new incentives include: featuring the Kingdom’s culture, history and people; showcasing the diverse selection of landscapes…
New film studio will be built in Saudi Arabia’s AlUla region
A major new film studio is being built in Saudi Arabia’s AlUla region. The complex will offer two soundstages (both 24,000 sq ft) alongside a backlot, production offices, catering spaces, film clusters and other support facilities. Following the successful filming…
EXCLUSIVE: Film AlUla partners with Creative Media Skills Institute for film industry training camp
Film AlUla - the Royal Commission for AlUla’s film agency - has partnered with the UK’s Creative Media Skills Institute to deliver a 10-day film industry bootcamp in Saudi Arabia. Launching in March 2022, the scheme will prepare 25 local…
TLG speaks to Stephen Strachan Film Commissioner of Film AlUlA, Saudi Arabia
TLG speaks to Stephen Strachan, Film Commissioner at Film ALULA, Saudi Arabia. The newly formed commission represents filming in Saudi Arabia's north-western region known for its desert landscapes and heritage sites. "Roughly the size of Belgium, AlUla is a spectacular…