Jeddah, April 13-15, 2025 — Under the theme "From Dream to Film," the 12th edition of the Effat International Student Film Festival 2025 is set to launch at Effat University in Jeddah, offering a comprehensive cinematic experience that combines film screenings, workshops, and meetings with industry pioneers.

At a Glance

  • Global reach: The festival is expected to attract more than 2,200 film entries from 100 countries, alongside notable student participation from Saudi universities.
  • Competition shortlist: 56 films from 28 countries competing for cash prizes exceeding SAR 50,000.

Featured events include:

  • Honoring prominent film figures in recognition of their contributions to the industry.
  • Professional workshops led by experts, including "How to Pitch a Film Project to Producers and Financiers," a professional camera workshop, and a workshop on animation and artificial intelligence.
  • Special screenings of Chinese and French films.
  • Panel discussions on the future of Saudi cinema.

The festival continues to play a role in supporting local and international talent as one of the region's most prominent cinematic events.