Est. 2010 — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Where Stories
Transcend
Reality

We craft cinematic documentaries that illuminate the human condition — from the ancient streets of Mashhad to the furthest corners of the world.

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Cannes Film Festival
Sundance Selection
IDFA Amsterdam
Tribeca Docs
Hot Docs Toronto
Sheffield Doc/Fest
True/False Festival
Full Frame
Cannes Film Festival
Sundance Selection
IDFA Amsterdam
Tribeca Docs
Hot Docs Toronto
Sheffield Doc/Fest
True/False Festival
Full Frame
"Every frame is a window to another world"
ALLMASHHAD · DOCUMENTARY · STUDIO ·
45+
Films
28
Awards
60+
Countries
14
Years

We Don't Just
Document — We
Illuminate

Founded in Riyadh with a lens pointed at the world, AllMashhad has spent over a decade crafting documentary films that demand to be seen. Our work spans continents and cultures, always searching for the hidden pulse beneath the surface of human experience.

We believe in the power of cinema as a force for understanding. Each project is a collaboration between filmmaker and subject — a covenant of truth in a world saturated with noise.

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Production
Services

From concept to distribution, we offer full-spectrum documentary production — shaped by artistic vision and refined by technical mastery.

01
Feature Documentary

Full-length cinematic documentaries for theatrical release, streaming platforms, and international festivals. We take your story from development to world premiere.

02
Short-Form Docs

Powerful short documentaries and branded content that distill complex narratives into compact, emotionally resonant films for digital-first audiences.

03
Series & Episodics

Multi-episode documentary series for streaming platforms. We build narrative arcs across episodes that keep audiences engaged and returning for more.

04
Cultural Heritage

Preservation of cultural narratives, traditions, and histories through documentary film. We partner with institutions, governments, and communities worldwide.

05
Investigative Docs

In-depth investigative documentary production with research, access, and cinematic presentation that makes complex stories compelling and accessible.

06
Post-Production

World-class editing, color grading, original score composition, sound design, and visual effects — transforming raw footage into cinematic art.

Our Films

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Portrait · Social
The Salt of Ancient Cities
2023 · 94 min
Environment · Crisis
Borderless Waters
2022 · 78 min
Heritage · Identity
Echoes of Mashhad
2021 · 112 min

Awards &
Selections

Cannes 2023
Best Documentary — Official Selection
The Salt of Ancient Cities
Sundance 2023
Grand Jury Prize — World Documentary
The Salt of Ancient Cities
IDFA 2022
IDFA Award — Feature Length
Borderless Waters
Tribeca 2022
Best Cinematography
Borderless Waters
Hot Docs 2021
Rogers Award for Best Canadian Docs
Echoes of Mashhad
True/False 2021
True Life Fund — Audience Award
Echoes of Mashhad
Sheffield 2020
Grierson Award — Short Documentary
The Last Craftsmen
Full Frame 2020
Distinguished Feature Award
The Last Craftsmen

Our Creative
Process

01
Discovery & Development
Every documentary begins with a conversation. We immerse ourselves in your story — conducting deep research, building relationships with subjects, and shaping a narrative architecture that will carry the weight of truth.
02
Pre-Production
Meticulous planning is the foundation of cinematic freedom. We develop shot lists and treatments, scout locations across continents, assemble world-class crews, and establish the visual grammar of each unique project.
03
Production
We shoot with patience and precision — sometimes waiting weeks for a single perfect moment. Our cameras become invisible to subjects, capturing authentic human experience with artistic intention and technical excellence.
04
Post-Production
Where the film truly comes alive. Our award-winning editors, colorists, and sound designers sculpt raw footage into cinema — with original scores composed specifically for each film's emotional landscape.
05
Distribution
We don't just make films — we launch them. From international festival strategy to streaming platform deals, theatrical distribution, and educational licensing, we ensure your story reaches the audience it deserves.
"AllMashhad doesn't just produce documentaries — they create time capsules of the human spirit. Their work changed the way I understand my own culture."
S
Sarah Al-Rashidi
Cultural Director, Saudi Film Commission

Start Your
Story

Every great documentary begins with a single conversation. Tell us about your vision, and let's discover if we're the right partners to bring it to life.

Studio
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Email
hello@allmashhad.com