Tawfeek Barhom (, ; born 28 July 1990) is a Palestinian actor, director. His films include The Idol, Wounded Land, Worlds Apart (2015), and Boy from Heaven (2022).
Early life Born to a Palestinian family, Barhom grew up in Ein Rafa, a village near Jerusalem in Israel. While being an Israeli citizen, Barhom's Palestinian identity has shaped much of his career. He has furthermore stated that his Palestinian identity is always the prism through which he is perceived in daily interactions in Israel.
Career Barhom's breakthrough came with his leading role in A Borrowed Identity (2014). His performance was widely acclaimed, establishing him as a promising actor in the international film industry. In 2015, he starred in The Idol, Wounded Land and the Greek film Worlds Apart.
In 2022, Barhom starred in Boy from Heaven, a role that gained notable acclaim as the film was part of the main selection at the Cannes Film Festival that led to his nomination for Best Actor at the Guldbagge Awards in 2023.
Barhom's upcoming projects include The Way of the Wind, a biblical drama by director Terrence Malick. In this project, Barhom portrays John, contributing significantly to a film known for its extensive international shooting locations. The release date has yet to be announced .
Additionally, Barhom starred in The First Omen, released in April 2024, the prequel to the 1976 horror film The Omen.
Barhom will be featured in a leading role in Les Fantômes, a French film shot in Strasbourg. In this production, he performs in French. Currently in post-production, Les Fantômes is expected to release in 2024.
In 2025, Barhom won the Short Film Palme d'Or for his short film I'm Glad You're Dead Now, which Barhom wrote, directed, and starred in."Jafar Panahi Wins Cannes Palme d’Or for ‘It Was Just an Accident’", The Hollywood Reporter, May 24, 2005
Filmography Film Year Title Role Notes 2013 Farewell Baghdad Adnan 2014 A Borrowed Identity Eyad Nominated — Ophir Award for Best Actor Lost in the White CityCobi ABCs of Death 2 Arab Boy Segment: F is for Falling2015 Worlds Apart Farris The Idol Mohammed Assaf Wounded Land Terrorist 2018 Mary Magdalene James 2020 The Rhythm Section Mohammed Reza 2022 Boy from Heaven Adam Nominated — Guldbagge Award for Best Actor 2024 The First Omen Father Gabriel Ghost Trail Harfaz 2025 I'm Glad You're Dead Now Reda Also writer and directorWinner of the Short Film Palme d'Or TBA The Way of the Wind John Post-production
Television Year Title Role Notes 2012–2013 Euphoria Dudu Main cast 2014 Tyrant Islamist Episode: "Sins of the Father" 2015 Dig Assaf, Margrove's Asst. Episode: "Pilot" 2018 The Looming Tower Khalid al-Mihdhar Recurring role2020 Baghdad Central Amjad Recurring role The Letter for the King Jabroot Recurring role
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External links
Tawfeek Barhom (@tbarhom) at Instagram