Zarqa: The Royal Film Commission (RFC) has approved support for the production of a short film addressing social and cultural issues inspired by the city of Zarqa as part of a project led by the Faculty of Media at Zarqa University. The initiative is aimed at nurturing young talents and refining their cinematic skills.
According to Jordan News Agency, the grant represents the culmination of a specialized short filmmaking workshop organized by the RFC in cooperation with the Zarqa Directorate of Culture and hosted by the Zarqa Film Center. This initiative was designed to cultivate a deeper passion for the art of filmmaking among students.
Ali Saqr, a student and young filmmaker from Zarqa University's Faculty of Media, shared his experience with the workshop. "Throughout the workshop, we undertook a comprehensive journey from scriptwriting and directing to shooting, editing, and ultimately producing a fully realized short film," Saqr stated. "The experience gave us the tools to transform ideas into compelling visual narratives that resonate with society."
Saqr noted that 13 film proposals were submitted after the training, all reflecting the pulse and challenges of life in Zarqa. The RFC selected three projects to support, including his own film, titled Nabd (Pulse).
Amjad Safori, Dean of the Faculty of Media at Zarqa University, commended the RFC's efforts to foster young creative talent. He emphasized the importance of providing platforms that allow students to turn theoretical knowledge into impactful visual storytelling. Safori also highlighted that the college prioritizes hands-on training to empower students with the tools of visual expression, helping them establish a meaningful presence in Jordan's cultural and media landscapes.
Safori added that the selection of Nabd among the supported projects is a testament to the quality of the training and the importance of strategic partnerships with cultural institutions in nurturing purposeful student creativity.