RIYADH: The Film Commission has announced the launch of the third annual Film Criticism Conference and its related events, under the theme “Cinema: the Art of Place.”
This year’s conference will be held at three cultural enters: Asir in August, Qatif in October, and Riyadh in November, the Saudi Press Agency reported.
The event reflects the commission’s commitment to creating a critical landscape beyond traditional events, establishing an interactive knowledge platform for critics, researchers, filmmakers, and emerging Saudi talents.
The program includes informative sessions, practical workshops, and specialized art exhibitions, the SPA added.
This edition opens dialogue on the relationship between cinema and place, viewing it as a means of identity, narrative, and visual reflection that enriches both historically.
It will explore place in cinema as a symbol, a mirror of reality, or a window into imagination, inviting diverse critical and philosophical perspectives.
The conference continues to strengthen its role as a platform celebrating cinematic criticism in the region, according to the SPA.
Last year’s event attracted more than 10,000 visitors from more than 30 countries, with participation from more than 35 local and international entities, along with prominent critics, directors, and researchers.
