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Zaid Abu Hamdan's New Film 'Boomah' to Debut at Shanghai Film Festival
Originally published Jun 3, 2026
By Nvivarelli · Variety
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Key points
- Zaid Abu Hamdan's 'Boomah' will debut at the Shanghai International Film Festival.
- 'Boomah' is a gritty crime thriller following Abu Hamdan's female empowerment drama 'Daughters of Abdulrahman.'
- The Shanghai Film Festival is becoming an important platform for Arab cinema.
- 'Boomah' was filmed in Jordan during a challenging period, contributing to its intense tone.
Jordanian director Zaid Abu Hamdan is set to unveil his latest film, 'Boomah,' at the Shanghai International Film Festival. This gritty crime thriller follows his previous work, 'Daughters of Abdulrahman,' which focused on female empowerment. The festival has become a key platform for Arab cinema, and 'Boomah' is expected to build on this trend. The film was shot in Jordan during a particularly difficult period, adding to its intense atmosphere and narrative depth.
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