Question 1

Why wasn't the mosque dancing scene shot in a real mosque?

Accepted Answer

Due to religious restrictions, the dancing scene in the mosque wasn't shot in a real mosque.

Question 2

Which film festivals featured 'Sheikh Jackson'?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema (2018), Göteborg Film Festival (2018), and Toronto International Film Festival (2017).

Question 3

Why couldn't the production use Michael Jackson's songs?

Accepted Answer

The production company couldn't use any Michael Jackson songs due to budget restrictions.

Question 4

What was Egypt's submission to the 90th Academy Awards for Best Foreign Language Film?

Accepted Answer

Egypt submitted 'Sheikh Jackson' to the Foreign Language Film Award of the 90th Annual Academy Awards.

Question 5

Which actress wore a wig for her role in 'Sheikh Jackson'?

Accepted Answer

Yasmin Raeis wore a wig for her role; it wasn't her real hair.

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