Tawfeek Barhom

Tawfeek Barhom (توفيق برهوم, תאופיק ברהום; born 1990) is a Palestinian actor. 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. Barhom's Palestinian identity shapes much of his career. Despite attempts to obscure this information, his heritage is integral to his artistic identity.

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 appeared 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.