Sheikh Jackson (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Sheikh Jackson is a 2018 drama directed by Amr Salama, starring Basma as Dr. Noor Abdulhamid, Dorra Zarrouk and Amina Khalil. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $63,798 worldwide. Critics gave it 77% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Director
- Amr Salama
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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Arabic
- Studio
- Cleopatra Entertainment
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Sheikh Jackson About?
The premise of Sheikh Jackson without spoilers.
A devout religious leader experiences a profound spiritual crisis following the death of his idol, Michael Jackson. The loss challenges his deeply held beliefs and forces him to question his identity as he navigates grief and searches for meaning in its wake. This drama explores themes of faith, celebrity worship, and the complexities of personal belief.
Sheikh Jackson Themes & Keywords
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Sheikh Jackson Cast & Characters
Basma leads the cast as Dr. Noor Abdulhamid, with Dorra Zarrouk as Nagat and Amina Khalil as Aeshah. Directed by Amr Salama; 11 actors are credited in all.
- Director Amr Salama
- Basma as Dr. Noor Abdulhamid
- Dorra Zarrouk as Nagat
- Amina Khalil as Aeshah
- Ahmed Malek as Khaled Hani Abdulhayy at 16
Also Starring in Sheikh Jackson
· 7 more- Maged El Kedwany
- Hazem Ehab Sharif
- Ahmad El-Fishawi Khaled Hani Abdulhayy
- Shahira Fahmy
- Yasmin Raeis Shirin
- Carlo Riley
- Mahmoud El-Bezzawy
Sheikh Jackson Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Sheikh Jackson 77% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in sensory experience (75) and weakest in story & flow (55).
Sheikh Jackson Echo Score Breakdown
The film presents a thoughtfully introspective narrative that explores identity and faith with a blend of sincerity and creative risk. It benefits from evocative thematic moments and distinctive visual flourishes, reflecting a deliberate artistic vision. However, some uneven tone and pacing temper its stronger elements. At its best, the film’s thematic exploration and visual moments resonate, though lulls in narrative flow and variable character engagement limit its consistency. Overall, Sheikh Jackson offers a moderately compelling viewing experience that balances personal depth with uneven execution.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 65
In terms of art and craft, Sheikh Jackson demonstrates moments of visual inventiveness through its striking compositions and distinctive color palette. The film’s production design supports its thematic contrasts, although some sequences reveal uneven editing and lack of polish. Direction occasionally feels restrained, limiting dynamic expression. Overall, the craftsmanship is solid but inconsistent in execution.
- Character & Emotion 70
When it comes to character depth and emotional resonance, Sheikh Jackson offers a nuanced central arc that conveys internal conflict with subtlety. Performances generally feel lived-in and authentic, underscoring the protagonist’s spiritual and personal struggle. However, occasional tonal shifts result in characters who can appear distant. Overall, the emotional engagement is earnest but fluctuates.
- Story & Flow 55
In terms of story and flow, Sheikh Jackson unfolds a familiar coming-of-age trajectory that is enhanced by its cultural context. The narrative framework using a real-life figure as catalyst introduces originality, yet predictable plot turns and uneven pacing diminish engagement at times. Some shifts in tone disrupt coherence. Overall, the storyline is thoughtful but marked by sporadic slowness.
- Sensory Experience 75
When it comes to sensory experience, the film excels in its visual style, featuring arresting imagery and a cohesive color scheme that evoke the protagonist’s inner world. Sound design and musical cues effectively underscore emotional beats, though the score occasionally feels subdued. The combined audiovisual elements contribute to a distinctive atmosphere. Overall, the sensory presentation is appealing and largely well-integrated.
- Rewatch Factor 60
In terms of rewatch appeal, Sheikh Jackson provides thematic layers that invite reflection on identity and belief across subsequent viewings. Nuanced imagery and symbolic references may reveal new insights, yet uneven narrative energy and sporadic melodramatic moments could reduce repeat enjoyment for some viewers. Overall, the film holds moderate lasting appeal rooted in its introspective depth.
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IMDb 6.9 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 77% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 77%
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Metacritic 63 Metascore
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TMDB 70% User score
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Letterboxd 3.4 /5
23 ratings
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Sheikh Jackson Box Office
Sheikh Jackson grossed $63,798 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$63.8K
- International
- $63.8K
Cars in Sheikh Jackson
4 cars on screen, including the 1981 Daihatsu Charade and the 2000 Kia Spectra.
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1981 Daihatsu Charade Important role -
2000 Kia Spectra Minor role -
Volkswagen unknown T3 Typ 2 Minor role -
Nasr 127 Fura Background role
Sheikh Jackson Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Шейх Джексън” and “Szejk Jackson”.
- Also known as
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- Шейх Джексън
- Szejk Jackson
- Xeique Jackson
- Scheich Jackson
- 무슬림 잭슨
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Movies Like Sheikh Jackson
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including The Jacksons: An American Dream, Man in the Mirror: The Michael Jackson Story and The Three Michaels.
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The Jacksons: An American Dream 1992 -
Man in the Mirror: The Michael Jackson Story 2004 -
The Three Michaels 2024 -
Boy 2012 -
In Jackson Heights 2015 -
Lovely Jackson 2022 -
Mikhael 2019 -
Neverland Firsthand: Investigating the Michael Jackson Documentary 2019 -
Reggie 2023 -
Leaving Neverland 2019 -
Joshua 2002 -
A Question of Faith 2017
Sheikh Jackson FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Sheikh Jackson, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Sheikh Jackson?
Sheikh Jackson runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was Sheikh Jackson released?
Sheikh Jackson was released on January 5, 2018.
Who directed Sheikh Jackson?
Sheikh Jackson was directed by Amr Salama.
More films by Amr Salama Who is in the cast of Sheikh Jackson?
Sheikh Jackson stars Basma as Dr. Noor Abdulhamid, Dorra Zarrouk as Nagat and Amina Khalil as Aeshah, among 11 credited actors.
How much did Sheikh Jackson make at the box office?
Sheikh Jackson grossed $63,798 worldwide.
How is Sheikh Jackson rated?
Sheikh Jackson has 6.9/10 on IMDb, 77% on Rotten Tomatoes, 63 on Metacritic and 70% on TMDB.
Does Sheikh Jackson have a post-credit scene?
No. Sheikh Jackson has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Sheikh Jackson in?
The original language of Sheikh Jackson is Arabic.
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