Film AlUla announces ‘Siwar’: A groundbreaking Saudi film by director Osama Alkhurayji – Saudi Gazette

Film AlUla announces ‘Siwar’: A groundbreaking Saudi film by director Osama Alkhurayji – Saudi Gazette

Saudi Gazette reportALULA — Film AlUla, operated by the Royal Commission for AlUla, announced the production of "Siwar," a feature film directed by Osama Alkhurayji, a renowned Saudi filmmaker.This project focuses on economic diversification and cultural enhancement, and showcases Film AlUla's commitment to nurturing local talent through various incentives."Siwar" unfolds a poignant story of two families caught in a dramatic twist involving their newborns.Set over three distinct chapters, it explores the lives of Yaner, a Turkish father, and Hamad, a Saudi father, amidst societal and personal struggles, showcasing Alkhurayji's talent for creating relatable, multi-dimensional narratives.Osama Alkhurayji, also the CEO of Hakawati Entertainment, has been a significant figure in filmmaking since 2007, recognized both locally and internationally.His repertoire includes collaborations with global networks and platforms like Netflix, Shahid, and SBA, and co-directing the acclaimed 2018 film “Joud.”Omar Said, with an extensive background in international film production, is the producer of “Siwar.”Said's career spans projects in various countries and his work with notable filmmaker Tony Kaye. His regional credits include the TV series “Ureem” and “The Judgement,” and the Netflix production “Naga.”Following other major Saudi projects like Netflix's “The Matchmaker” and Tawfik Alzaidi’s “Norah,” “Siwar” represents another stride in Saudi Arabia's film