Sharjah —

The 6th edition of Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival (SICFF 2018), organized by FUNN — Sharjah Media Arts for Youth and Children, announced 17 members of its jury.

The jury will help decide the winners from filmmakers who submitted their films for the event on Oct. 14-19.

The juries are from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Palestine, USA, and Belgium. This multi-cultural panel bring years of experience and understanding from all walks of life into their decision-making process.

Jury members from Saudi Arabia include, Hana Makki, Ali Al Kalthami, Kaswara Al Khatib, Ahmed Mohammed Al Mulla, and Haifa Al Mansour.

Jurors have been chosen from a wide-range of talents, based on their body of work and respect from their peers. This year’s jury panel is composed of various culture and personalities. They bring their talent and expertise as screenwriters, writers, producers, directors, animators, and editors.

All the shortlisted films will be screened at Al Jawaher Reception & Convention Centre, Zero 6 Mall, Al Majaz Waterfront, Al Zora and Last Exit in Al Khawaneej, Dubai. More information regarding the date and time are available on the website, www.sicff.ae as well as on social media platforms through hashtag #SICFF18.

FUNN aims to nurture future generations of creative artists in media and film and promote new works made by the UAE’s young filmmakers at international film festivals and workshops worldwide. Its larger goal is to foster talent through events locally and internationally and to form a close-knit network of talented young people who can share experiences and expertise on a global scale. – SG

17 jury members are from UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Palestine, US, Belgium