Red Sea Souk Expands Into Asia, Sees Healthy Crop of Returning Talent

Story by Leo Barraclough

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Red Sea Souk, the Middle East's premier film market, expands into Asia as homegrown talent returns to the region

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This year's Red Sea Souk will run for 5 days, a 25% increase from previous years, reflecting the market's growing influence
Renowned directors like Annemarie Jacir and Kaouther Ben Hania are among the returning talents, signaling a healthy crop of regional filmmaking

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Annemarie Jacir, Kaouther Ben Hania, Red Sea Souk, Red Sea Film Festival, Red Sea Film Foundation