The Kingdom's Gamble on Hollywood Saudi Arabia's latest move to boost its film production infrastructure has left many in the industry perplexed.
The country has doubled its cash rebate for international productions, offering up to 60 percent of eligible local spending. At first glance, this seems like a bold play by Riyadh to attract top talent and investment.
However, upon closer examination, it's clear that there's more at stake here than just box office numbers.