Turki Al-Sheikh announces five new Saudi film projects to be produced in Riyadh
Rounding out the list is Palace of Mist, a Saudi horror film blending local and international talent. The film is set in a mysterious palace and is expected to offer a new cinematic experience for horror enthusiasts both in the Kingdom and abroad.
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