‘Robbing Beirut’, ‘Guria’ & ‘Saria Othman Needs No Man’ Scoop Top Prizes At Red Sea Project Market

Story by Melanie Goodfellow

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Three Middle Eastern films snag top prizes at the thriving Red Sea Project Market, cementing Saudi Arabia's rise as a global filmmaking force.

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Lebanese-Canadian director Katia Jarjoura's drama 'Robbing Beirut' wins the top $75,000 in-development prize, solidifying her status as a talent to watch.
The Red Sea Souk project market featured a diverse slate of 31 feature films and 7 series projects, showcasing the region's creative momentum.

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Katia Jarjoura, Red Sea International Film Festival, Robbing Beirut, Guria, Saria Othman Needs No Man