Celebrating Faith and Respect: “Sheikh Jackson” Banned for Prayer

Controversy Surrounding "Sheikh Jackson" Movie

Father Boutros Daniel, head of the Catholic Cinema Center, has revealed the reason behind the ban on screening the movie "Sheikh Jackson" inside the center, and the scene that sparked the controversy.

The Banned Scene

According to Father Boutros Daniel, during a private screening of the film, he found a scene that imagining Michael Jackson dancing with worshippers inside a mosque, which he considered an insult to prayer. He believes that allowing the film could be misunderstood, and someone might say, "Would you accept it if the scene was in a church?" and they might get into arguments.

Rejection of the Film

The Catholic Cinema Center has rejected any film that insults any religion within their terms and standards. This decision was made despite the fact that the censorship authority had already watched the film and was careful not to delete any scenes.

Background of the Movie

"Sheikh Jackson" is a movie starring Ahmed El-Fishawy, Ahmed Malek, Maged El-Kedwany, Mahmoud El-Bezawy, and others, directed by Amr Salama, who participated in the writing in cooperation with screenwriter Omar Khaled. The movie tells the story of a Sheikh who everyone called Jackson during his school years. The events of the movie go back to the day of Michael Jackson’s death, which shook the world.

Director’s Response

Screenwriter and producer Mohamed Hefzy responded to the controversy surrounding the scene during his interview with media figure Samar Youssef. He explained that the scene was not meant to offend anyone, but rather to show the identity crisis of the Sheikh, who suffers from it because of his memories and relationships with those he loved.

Censorship Authority’s Decision

Despite the controversy, the censorship authority did not delete the scene from the movie, as they appreciated the work and did not find it offensive.

Conclusion

The controversy surrounding the "Sheikh Jackson" movie has raised important questions about the role of art and faith. While some argue that the movie was insensitive and offensive, others see it as a work of art that deserves protection. Ultimately, the decision to ban or not ban the movie lies with the relevant authorities.

FAQs

1. Why was the "Sheikh Jackson" movie banned by the Catholic Cinema Center?

The movie was banned due to a scene that imagining Michael Jackson dancing with worshippers inside a mosque, which the center considered an insult to prayer.

1. Who is Father Boutros Daniel?

Father Boutros Daniel is the head of the Catholic Cinema Center.

1. What is the main controversy surrounding the "Sheikh Jackson" movie?

The main controversy surrounding the movie is the scene that imagining Michael Jackson dancing with worshippers inside a mosque, which some people found offensive and insulting to their religion.

1. How did the censorship authority respond to the controversy?

The censorship authority did not delete the scene from the movie, as they appreciated the work and did not find it offensive.