Pakistani film “Ghost School” directed by Seemab Gul has been officially selected for screening at the prestigious Red Sea International Film Festival 2025, scheduled to take place from 4 to 13 December in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This selection marks an important achievement for Pakistani cinema, highlighting the country’s growing presence on the global film stage.
Ghost School tells the compelling story of a young village girl whose school is mysteriously shut down amid rumors of supernatural occurrences. Determined to uncover the truth, she embarks on a journey that exposes deep-rooted social challenges related to education, superstition and rural life. The film has already earned international attention following its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier this year.
At the Red Sea Film Festival, Ghost School is featured under the Families and Children category and will be screened at Culture Square, with showtimes on Wednesday, December 10 at 2:00 PM and Thursday, December 11 at 3:00 PM. The festival’s selection reflects its commitment to showcasing meaningful and socially relevant stories from around the world, and Ghost School stands out as a powerful representation of Pakistani storytelling rooted in social reality.
The film’s inclusion in this year’s lineup is being celebrated by filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts in Pakistan, who view it as a significant opportunity for international exposure and cultural exchange. Seemab Gul’s direction and the film’s heartfelt narrative continue to draw praise from critics and audiences alike, positioning Ghost School as one of the noteworthy South Asian entries at the festival.
