SALEM NOT SALEM
Bahrain I 2025 I Arabic dialogue with English subtitles I 28 min
ABOUT FILM
After he begins to see things no one else can, Salem — a gifted university student — spirals into doubt and hallucination, torn between faith, madness, and a terrifying truth he believes others refuse to see.
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Screening: April 14th 17:15 Panora 2
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CAST & CREDITS
Director: Omar Farooq
Writer: Omar Farooq
Cast: Omar Farooq
DOP: Walid Tiahi
Producer: Bashar Abualfath
Omar Farooq
Omar began his journey in media and filmmaking in 2010 while still in high school. He went on to study Media at the University of Bahrain and Filmmaking in the United States at NYFA. Combining his passion for directing and acting, he launched a short documentary series titled “Omar Tries”, which focuses on travel, experiences, and cultures. The series is published on YouTube and across various social media platforms. The show has garnered over 2 billion views, with a loyal audience of more than 20 million followers worldwide. Omar has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Gulf Excellence Shield presented by His Majesty the King of Bahrain, and was selected in Forbes’ “30 Under 30” list. He has also won several film festival awards for his recent works. Today, Omar is considered one of the most prominent content creators in the Arab world, with a wide-reaching influence and a strong fanbase across many countries.