How is secularism depicted in films? The term "Aa'La'Ma'Ni" means worldly in Arabic. It's significant in the Middle East, where secularism is controversial since the majority often link secularism with atheism and anti-religious sentiment. 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 regional producers openly discuss religion, sectarianism, authorities, minorities, and industry challenges.
SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni (2025) is a documentary film directed by Khaldoun H. Shami, released on January 2, 2025 with a runtime of 50m. It stars Rania Rafei, Hady Zaccak, Myriam El Hajj and Deema Azar. Viewers rate it 9.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
Rania Rafei
as Self - Filmmaker
Hady Zaccak
as Self - Filmmaker
Myriam El Hajj
as Self - Filmmaker
Deema Azar
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Jihad Abu-Falah
as Self - TV Producer
Rawan Damen
as Self - Film Producer
Jumana Saadeh
as Self - Filmmaker
Reem Bader
as Self - Film Distributor
Directed by Khaldoun H. Shami, produced by Khaldoun H. Shami.
Average viewer score of 9.0/10 from 1 ratings.
In an era where the intersection of religion and media remains a contentious subject, ***SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni*** emerges as a thought-provoking documentary that dares to dissect the portrayal of secularism in Middle Eastern cinema and television. Directed and produced by **Khaldoun H. Shami**, this film is not merely an academic exercise—it is a compelling dialogue between filmmakers, producers, and cultural…
Reviewed on May 4, 2025
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The main cast of SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni (2025) includes Rania Rafei, Hady Zaccak, Myriam El Hajj, Deema Azar and Jihad Abu-Falah. The film was directed by Khaldoun H. Shami. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni was released on January 2, 2025 and runs for 50m.
SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni (2025) holds an average rating of 9.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
