‘Boomah,’ Gritty New Feature From ‘Daughters of Abdulrahman’ Director Zaid Abu Hamdan, Set For Shanghai Film Festival Bow

Zaid Abu Hamdan, known for his impactful female empowerment film “Daughters of Abdulrahman,” is set to debut his new gritty crime thriller “Boomah” at the Shanghai International Film Festival. This marks another significant step for Arab cinema gaining international recognition. Shot in Jordan during a challenging time, “Boomah” promises to tackle tough themes, continuing Hamdan’s tradition of addressing pressing social issues. The festival’s growing prominence as a platform for Arab filmmakers underscores the global interest in diverse and compelling narratives from the region.