Sheikh Jackson Poster – Press MaterialCAIRO – 17 October 2017: The famous Egyptian director Amr Salama wrote on his official Instagram account that his latest successful movie “Sheikh Jackson” is going to be officially released in the United States in early 2018. “This is a big milestone in my career, which I have always wished for,” stated Amr Salama on his Instagram account.“Sheikh Jackson” screened for the first time in all Egyptian Cinemas on Wednesday, October 4. His strong relationship with Salafism reflects the contradictions in his life.The film poster, released by the production company, depicts the protagonist, played by Fishawy, dressed as a Salafi sheikh and posing in a Jackson dance move, wearing Jackson’s signature hat. The film also screened in the 61st London Film Festival, which kicked off on October 4. Egypt has selected Salama’s “Sheikh Jackson” as its candidate for consideration at the upcoming edition of the Oscars, set to take place in February 2018.

Source: Egypt Today October 17, 2017 12:56 UTC