14th Showreel: Effat International Student Film Festival
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The 14th Showreel: Effat International Student Film Festival in Jeddah is a student-focused festival organized by Effat University that is recognized as Saudi Arabia’s first international film festival dedicated exclusively to student work. It showcases live-action, animation, and documentary films from Saudi Arabia and abroad, and is notable for its role in giving emerging filmmakers a global platform while helping strengthen Saudi Arabia’s growing film ecosystem.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 13 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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