In return for these investments, Disney+ will gain access to newly released films just nine months after their theatrical debut—an improvement from the previous 17-month waiting period.
The Red Sea Fund backed nine awards—two for works-in-progress and seven for projects in development—reinforcing its dedication to nurturing cinematic brilliance and championing the next generation of storytellers.
Nine films have been selected for the International Feature competition. The titles compete with each other to win the Golden Hair Leaf award and prize of $10,000.
Animated family film based on wildly successful web video series will hit screens in 2027. The film will be distributed by leading independent media company Leonine Studios.