Tawfeek Barhom

Tawfeek Barhom (Arabic: توفيق برهوم, Hebrew: תאופיק ברהום; born 28 July 1990) is a Palestinian actor, director. His films include The Idol, Wounded Land, Worlds Apart (2015), and Boy from Heaven (2022). 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. 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 as of April 2024. 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.