Saudi Writer-Director & Head Of Telfaz11 Studios Wael Abumansour Lifts Lid On Red Sea Competition Satire ‘Saify’ — Red Sea Studio

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Saudi writer-director and Telfaz11 Studios chief Wael Abumansour dishes on his new satirical film 'Saify' and the Red Sea Film Festival scene.

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Abumansour's 'Saify' follows a Saudi man who signs up for a reality TV competition, providing a bitingly funny take on the Kingdom's entertainment industry.
With Telfaz11 Studios at the forefront, Saudi Arabia's film scene is rapidly evolving, showcasing diverse local voices and stories that are captivating global audiences.

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Wael Abumansour, Telfaz11 Studios, Saify