Jalal Shammout

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Jalal Shammout

Born February 23, 1970 · Syria (age 56)

Jalal Shammout is a Syrian actor who was born on February 23, 1970 in Homs. He graduated from the department of acting at the High Institute of Theatrical Arts. Afterwards, he travelled to France to finish his studies. In 1993, he joined the Artists’ Syndicate. Jalal began his acting career in the mid 1980s, and he appeared in several shows, including “El Ikhwa” (The Brothers) in 1985. It wasn’t u…

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Sea, O', SeaSea, O', Sea · 1993
Sea, O', Sea
1993
Movie
In the late 30s, the family of the sailor Salah Hazoum arrives in the city of Latakia coming from Alexandria. His son Saeed searches for him in vain after he hears many rumors about his disappearance. The son decides to become a sailor like his father and works on a boat with Captain Abdosh. Based on the novel 'Dagal' by Hanna Mina.
DropsDrops · 2021
Drops
2021
Movie
We are all drops in the river of life that we flow through, and in the film we see the pain of some of these drops and their life experiences, and their struggle between the harsh circumstances that drag them down and frustrate them and the desire to be freed from the suffering and rise again or settle down due to the circumstances imposed by the necessities of life.
Happens in your absenceHappens in your absence · 2021
Happens in your absence
2021
MovieDramaRomance
The film deals with the current and urgent Syrian issue, through the story of a journalist and a doctor, who belong to two different backgrounds in the city of Homs. The dialectic of their relationship begins through a kidnapping operation, and a desire for revenge. They find themselves in a semi-abandoned house amidst a state of ruin, danger and fear. In contact with the bleeding future, the days bring them many radical changes, so that together they will be a different tomorrow.
Cordoba's SpringCordoba's Spring · 2003
Cordoba's Spring
9.52003
SeriesWar & PoliticsDrama
The second chapter of the acclaimed Andalusian trilogy by Walid Seif and Hatem Ali. Set in the golden age of Umayyad Cordoba, it traces the extraordinary rise of Muhammad ibn Abi Amir — known as Al-Mansur — from a young scholar arriving in Cordoba seeking knowledge, to the most powerful man in Andalusia. A sweeping story of ambition, political genius and the glittering, fragile peak of Arab civilisation in Spain. Stars Taim Hassan and Jamal Suleiman.
Behind BarsBehind Bars · 2005
Behind Bars
2005
SeriesDrama
Naji Saeed is a ruthless Damascus businessman who built his empire by climbing over everyone beneath him. When Nader — desperate and naive — walks into his orbit seeking money, he finds there's no clean way back out. A Syrian social drama that traces how class, greed and moral compromise trap people in invisible prisons long before any actual bars appear. Starring Bassam Kousa, Bassem Yakhour and Sulafa Mimar. Directed by Allaith Hajjo.
Al Zeer SalemAl Zeer Salem · 2000
Al Zeer Salem
8.22000
SeriesDrama
Chronicling the Basus War between two Arabian tribes and their allies, the drama follows the emergence of renowned Arab figure, Al Zeer Salem.
Hammam AlQishaniHammam AlQishani · 1994
Hammam AlQishani
1994
Series
The series goes into details of the events that Syria went through between the years 1955-1959, including the tripartite aggression against Egypt in 1956, the establishment of unity between Syria and Egypt, and the revolution against the monarchy in Iraq, through the Qishani neighborhood, where its people work as merchants, lawyers, doctors, intellectuals and other works.
TransitTransit · 2024
Transit
9.02024
SeriesDramaFamily
A seemingly fake marriage sets the stage for a journey of unexpected turns, propelling two souls towards genuine affection; a choice awaits-unite in their adventure or embrace separate paths.

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ليس سراباًليس سراباً · 2008
ليس سراباً
2008
SeriesDrama
The show tells the story of a playwright, Jalal, who holds secular views, and his close friendship with Michel, his childhood friend. Michel initially worked as a lawyer but later transitioned to journalism, founding his own magazine in which he boldly addresses societal issues, drawing significant criticism. Additionally, the narrative explores themes of separating religion from civil and political life through a love story between a man and a woman from different faiths: Jalal (a Muslim) and Hanan (a Christian). Their relationship culminates in a secret marriage, which lasts until Jalal’s sudden passing. Throughout the story, the work focuses on two major issues related to secularism: the demand for a civil personal status law that permits civil marriage, and the call for a secular education system that allows students the freedom to seek their own truths instead of being indoctrinated with a predetermined "absolute truth." It also tackles issues of political and social corruption.