Chinese Cinemas to Screen Saudi Films for the First Time

Chinese Cinemas to Screen Saudi Films for the First Time
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Chinese Cinemas to Screen Saudi Films for the First Time

Chinese Cinemas to Screen Saudi Films for the First Time

The Saudi Film Commission has announced the launch of Saudi Film Nights in China, the world's largest cinema market, following the success of previous such events in Morocco and Australia.

This initiative is part of the commission's efforts to drive the growth and development of the Saudi film industry, highlight local talent, and promote cultural exchange and collaboration, according to SPA.
Chinese cinemas will be showcasing Saudi films for the first time. Special screenings will be held before the official release of these films in Chinese theatres.
Saudi Film Nights are scheduled to take place from October 21 to 26 in Beijing, Shanghai, and Suzhou.

They will feature a diverse selection of Saudi features, short films, and discussions with filmmakers. The event is expected to attract prominent figures, journalists, and film critics from China, alongside cinema enthusiasts.



Saudi Woman Creates Arabic Learning Game

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA
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Saudi Woman Creates Arabic Learning Game

Photo by SPA
Photo by SPA

Driven by her passion for the Arabic language, Lujain Abulfaraj embarked on a mission to make it more engaging for children. Witnessing her son's disinterest in Arabic, she took it upon herself to come up with a solution, SPA reported.
In 2015, Abulfaraj enrolled in a design program dedicated to exploring the beauty of Arabic calligraphy and its potential as an educational tool. Realizing its capacity to be both entertaining and instructive, she created a game featuring large Arabic letters that could be arranged into words and used for play.
This endeavor led her to establish a venture aimed at enriching language learning for children. In 2020, she introduced "Akwan" (universes in Arabic), a set of magnetic bricks inspired by Arabic calligraphy designed to make learning interactive and enjoyable for children.
During the Riyadh International Book Fair, Abulfaraj, speaking to an SPA reporter, highlighted the boundless creative possibilities that "Akwan" offers children. She commended the Ministry of Culture for its efforts in revitalizing Saudi culture, particularly the language, and for supporting young talent in the country.
Acknowledging her dedication, the Ministry of Culture nominated Abulfaraj for the 2023 Cultural Awards in architecture and design, where she emerged as one of the top three finalists in the Kingdom. Her work also received the "Designed in Saudi" seal.