SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni

Aa'La'Ma'Ni means worldly in Arabic. It's a significant term in the Middle East, where secularism is a controversial issue. SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni a documentary based on academic research, explores the depiction of secularism in Middle Eastern cinema and TV channels. Filmmakers and producers from the region, openly discuss religion, sectarianism, authorities, minorities, and industry challenges.

  • Khaldoun H. Shami
    Director
  • Khaldoun H. Shami
    Producer
  • Lamees Assaf
    Camera Assistant
  • Rania Rafei
    Key Cast
  • Hady Zaccak
    Key Cast
  • Myriam El-Hajj
    Key Cast
  • Deema Azar
    Key Cast
  • Jihad Abu-Falah
    Key Cast
  • Rawan Damen
    Key Cast
  • Jumana Saadeh
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    55 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    November 1, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    Lebanon, United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    Jordan, Lebanon, United Kingdom
  • Language:
    Arabic, English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Khaldoun H. Shami

Khaldoun H. Shami is an academic and researcher in documentary film. His research interests lie in the field of Middle Eastern documentaries, with a particular focus on secularism and minority issues.

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