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Omar, Pray for the Prophet

In "Omar, Pray for the Prophet," Omar Hosni takes on the chilling role of a serial killer in a haunting tale of suspense and survival. Directed by Bader al-Hakami, the music video follows the gripping journey of a trapped victim, desperately trying to escape the sinister clutches of Omar's terrifying lair. With each prayer, the tension escalates, blending faith and fear into a nightmarish struggle for survival. As the shadows close in, will faith provide salvation, or will darkness prevail?

  • Bader al-Hakami
    Director
  • Omar Hosni
    Writer
  • Ahmed Mohsen
    Key Cast
  • Bilal Muneer
    Director of Photography
  • Alex Viso
    Sound Design
  • Predrag Ristic
    Music
  • Ammar al-Sadat
    Location Manager
  • Manar al-Amri
    Special Effects
  • Elyas Jameel
    Gaffer
  • Asmaa Alkabkabi
    Art director
  • Jouri al-Hakami
    Storyboard Artist
  • Bilal Muneer
    Producer
  • Omar Hosni
    Producer
  • Mazen Waheed
    special effects assistant
  • Osama Darwish
    Executive Producer
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    عمر, صل على النبي
  • Project Type:
    Music Video
  • Genres:
    Horror, edm
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 43 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 19, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    4,800 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Saudi Arabia
  • Country of Filming:
    Saudi Arabia
  • Language:
    Arabic
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.44
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - technical and vocational training corporation (tvtc)
  • EUPHORIA Arts&Horror Festival
    Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
    Spain
    April 3, 2025
    BEST Music Video, BEST Director
  • Shock Stock Horror & Underground Film Festival
    london
    Canada
    May 10, 2025
    Official Selection
  • Atlanta Micro Short Film Festival
    Atlanta
    Georgia
    May 10, 2025
    Official Selection
  • ELEVEN AWARDS
    Milan
    Italy
    June 9, 2025
    Nominee
  • LOS ANGELES HORROR FILM FESTIVAL
    Los Angeles
    United States
    October 30, 2025
    Official Selection
  • FilmQuest
    Provo
    United States
    October 24, 2025
    Official Selection
  • Happenstance Horror Fest
    Salem
    United States
    November 8, 2025
    Official Selection
  • ELEVEN AWARDS
    Milan
    Italy
    June 9, 2025
    Nominee
  • Best Hollywood Day Short Film Festival

    FIRST TIME DIRECTOR FOR MUSIC VIDEO
  • Sinister Horror Film Festival

    Official Selection
Director Biography - Bader al-Hakami

Bader al-Hakami is a first-time Saudi director with a passion for immersive storytelling. His debut, Omar, Pray for the Prophet, blends suspense and horror with themes of faith and survival, marking his entry into the world of filmmaking.

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Director Statement

Omar, Pray for the Prophet is a story that explores the intersection of fear, faith, and survival. Through a tense and unsettling atmosphere, I aimed to create a visual experience that resonates deeply with the audience. My goal is to push boundaries in Saudi cinema, crafting narratives that leave a lasting impact.