New movies in Saudi cinemas: Weekend showtimes guide
Cinemas across Saudi Arabia are screening a diverse selection of films this Thursday, with four new releases coinciding with the weekend. These films cater to a wide range of ages and tastes, spanning genres from realistic dramas and comedies to historical mysteries and family-friendly animated films.
A major entertainment boom and the importance of showing new films in Saudi cinemas
These screenings come in the context of the major boom in the film and entertainment sector in Saudi Arabia, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. Since the reopening of cinemas, the Kingdom has become a major destination for the most prominent Arab and international film productions, contributing to the strengthening of the local cultural economy and providing high-quality entertainment options for citizens and residents.
Regionally and internationally, the Saudi market is one of the fastest-growing film markets in the world, attracting major production companies and filmmakers from Hollywood, Bollywood, and Egypt to showcase their work simultaneously with its global release. This diversity enriches the cultural landscape and reinforces the Kingdom's position as a leading regional hub for arts and entertainment.
The film “EgyBest”: Behind the scenes of the controversial digital empire
The film “EgyBest,” which sheds light on the behind-the-scenes story of the founding of one of the most famous pirated digital platforms in the Arab world, opens today. This platform sparked widespread controversy and shook the intellectual property rights landscape. The story begins in the alleyways of the Al-Marg neighborhood in Cairo, where two friends decide to transform their passion for cinema into a daring digital project that defies prevailing laws. The film is directed by Marwan Abdel Moneim, written by Ahmed Hosny, and features a cast of rising stars including Ahmed Malek, Salma Abu Deif, Marwan Pablo, and Michel Milad Bishay.
Horror and suspense in the Indian film “Bhoot Bangla”
For fans of horror and comedy, the highly anticipated Indian film "Bhoot Bangla" is now showing in theaters. The film takes place in a grand family mansion with a terrifying reputation in a remote town in northern India. Arjun Acharya inherits the mansion and decides to hold his sister's postponed wedding there, only to find himself confronting supernatural forces and unseen inhabitants. The film is directed by Priyadarshan and written by Akash Kaushik, and stars Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Tabu.
Historical mystery in the heart of the Egyptian capital with “Murder in Cairo”
"Murder in Cairo" takes us to Cairo in 1934, where private investigator Miranda Green is called in to investigate a mysterious murder within the heavily fortified British Embassy. As she delves deeper into the case, she uncovers the theft of a top-secret document that threatens to ignite a major political crisis. Directed by Steven Schmeick and starring Mischa Barton, Raha Al Rahbari, and Richard Dillane, the film delivers a cinematic experience brimming with political and historical suspense.
Enjoy a fun family adventure with the animated film “Hurjet's Game”
Children and families are also in for a treat this week with the Turkish animated film "Hurjet's Game." Set on the island of Anka, the film takes place when a flying bike race between friends turns into an unexpected adventure through a magical portal that transports them to the colorful planet of Minijin. Directed by Sinan Güngör and written by Ali Hakan Kaya, the film offers valuable lessons for children about friendship, cooperation, and accepting mistakes in a visually stunning and entertaining way.
