Saudi film producer says now is ‘golden time’ for Arab talents

RIYADH: Appearing on “The Mayman Show,” Saudi film producer and media consultant Roua Al-Madani expressed optimism about the development of “Saudiwood,” or the Saudi film industry, acknowledging the need for a robust infrastructure, which would play a pivotal role in facilitating film production, distribution, and exhibition in the Kingdom.  

“I believe the government … is investing a lot in building the infrastructure,” she said, adding that this foundation “will not come from Hollywood or Bollywood or (European) cinema. It should come from us.”