OOBconcept, Tripoli (2025)

08/07/2025

OOBconcept's post-production team is the backbone of every film. It's where all the creative work happens. This is where we put all the elements together into one cohesive film. Red Thread's disjointed narrative has been put together and realized in a very beautifully paced manner. The deep, evocative themes of the film could never be brought to life without editing, coloring, or sound design. Our postproduction team was instrumental in making Red Thread the unique experience that it is. We owe our thanks to all of you.

Pictured (in order): Ameen Abo Kassem, Marina Tebecherani, Ali Sliman, Victor Bress, Rami Moussa

Written, Directed & Produced by ‪Ahmad Naboulsi

Starring
Abdelrahman Tekriti‪
Rana al B‪aba .al.baba‬
Rawad Zayat
Angelina Bilal ._scenes_._
Esper‪ Melhem
Iftikhar K‪anawati ‬
Ahmad Abdallah
Samir Kamana

Crew
1st AD: Mohamma‪d Hamadeh .2004
Director of Photography: F‪iras Mikati
Production Designer: ‪‪Laura Menassa .menassa‬
Line Producer‪: Karim Shbaro
Editor:‪ Ameen Abu Kassem ‬
Colorist:‪ Marina Tebecherani
VFX Artist: Rami Moussa
Sou‪nd Design: Ali Sliman
Mixing and Ma‪stering: Victor Bresse
Music: Omar Jamal .wav and Kevin Abi Habib
Calligrapher: Hiba Chaarani .chaarani
1st AC: Mario Bou Raed ‪
Assistant Producer: Omar Jamal .wav
Production Assistant: Imad Shaarani
Gaffer: Nawfal Jadouh
Best Boy: Abed Jassem
Assistant Lighting: Bashir Atallah
2nd AC: Fadi Kurd‪ieh
Sound Recordist: Jad Abou Heit
Boom Operator: Abboud Khalaf .khf.9

23/06/2025

There is nothing more fatal to the pride of the traditionally minded Arab man than the loss of his vitality. Many would prefer to die than to deal with the prospect of having an insurmountable physical weakness for the rest of their lives. The brave and enlightened among us understand that our spiritual growth far outweighs any degree of physical development. There is not much use in being strong and full of vitality when our souls are in a state of desolation. It is important to remember that the strength of our souls is never tested in our best moments but rather in our worst. How we deal with the darkness within us determines the level of our spiritual growth.

Written, Directed & Produced by ‪Ahmad Naboulsi

Starring
Abdelrahman Tekriti‪
Rana al B‪aba .al.baba‬
Rawad Zayat
Angelina Bilal ._scenes_._
Esper‪ Melhem
Iftikhar K‪anawati ‬
Ahmad Abdallah
Samir Kamana

Crew
1st AD: Mohamma‪d Hamadeh .2004
Director of Photography: F‪iras Mikati
Production Designer: ‪‪Laura Menassa .menassa‬
Line Producer‪: Karim Shbaro
Editor:‪ Ameen Abu Kassem ‬
Colorist:‪ Marina Tebecherani
VFX Artist: Rami Moussa
Sou‪nd Design: Ali Sliman
Mixing and Ma‪stering: Victor Bresse
Music: Omar Jamal .wav and Kevin Abi Habib
Calligrapher: Hiba Chaarani .chaarani
1st AC: Mario Bou Raed ‪
Assistant Producer: Omar Jamal .wav
Production Assistant: Imad Shaarani
Gaffer: Nawfal Jadouh
Best Boy: Abed Jassem
Assistant Lighting: Bashir Atallah
2nd AC: Fadi Kurd‪ieh
Sound Recordist: Jad Abou Heit
Boom Operator: Abboud Khalaf .khf.9

20/06/2025

"The traditional Koufi calligraphy was chosen as the base for the logo, due to its rich history along with its deep connection to the history of Islamic architecture. However, since the film presents stories that are modern in essence, a modernization of the traditional Koufi form was necessary. So I modified the style to emphasize strict geometry, negative space, and minimal ornamentation. The visual language employed reflects the sombre tones and highly evocative themes of the film. It is rough and angular, which helps to convey the discomfort and tension felt throughout the film."
- Hiba Chaarani .chaarani

Written, Directed & Produced by ‪Ahmad Naboulsi ‪‬‬

Starring
Abdelrahman Tekriti‪ ‬
Rana al B‪aba .al.baba‬
Rawad Zayat
Angelina Bilal ‪._scenes_._‬
Esper‪ Melhem
Iftikhar K‪anawati ‬
Ahmad Abdallah 
Samir Kamana

1st AD: Mohamma‪d Hamadeh .2004
Director of Photography: F‪iras Mikati
 Production Designer: ‪‪Laura Menassa .menassa‬
Line Producer‪: Karim Shbaro
Editor:‪ Ameen Abu Kassem ‬
Colorist:‪ Marina Tebecherani
 VFX Artist: Rami Moussa
Sou‪nd Design: Ali Sliman
Mixing and Ma‪stering: Victor Bresse
Music: Omar Jamal .wav and Kevin Abi Habib
Calligrapher: Hiba Chaarani .chaarani
1st AC: Mario Bou Raed ‪
Assistant Producer: Omar Jamal .wav
 Production Assistant: Imad Shaarani
 Gaffer: Nawfal Jadouh
Best Boy: Abed Jassem
 Assistant Lighting: Bashir Atallah
2nd AC: Fadi Kurd‪ieh
Sound Recordist: Jad Abou Heit
Boom Operator: Abboud Khalaf .khf.9

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16/06/2025

"After many conversations with director Ahmad Naboulsi, we explored various visual directions, but always returned to the heart of the film: three characters suspended in the aftermath of trauma. Each one carries their own fracture, and together they form a fragile constellation of memory and emotion. The wolf emerged as a haunting symbol, an echo of their shared wound, silent but ever-present" - Tracy Chahwan

Written, Directed & Produced by ‪Ahmad Naboulsi ‪‬‬

Starring
Abdelrahman Tekriti‪ ‬
Rana al B‪aba .al.baba‬
Rawad Zayat
Angelina Bilal ‪._scenes_._‬
Esper‪ Melhem
Iftikhar K‪anawati ‬
Ahmad Abdallah 
Samir Kamana

1st AD: Mohamma‪d Hamadeh .2004
Director of Photography: F‪iras Mikati
 Production Designer: ‪‪Laura Menassa .menassa‬
Line Producer‪: Karim Shbaro
Editor:‪ Ameen Abu Kassem ‬
Colorist:‪ Marina Tebecherani
 VFX Artist: Rami Moussa
Sou‪nd Design: Ali Sliman
Mixing and Ma‪stering: Victor Bresse
Music: Omar Jamal @‪tdk.wav and Kevin Abi Habib
Calligrapher: Hiba Chaarani .chaarani
1st AC: Mario Bou Raed ‪
Assistant Producer: Omar Jamal .wav
 Production Assistant: Imad Shaarani
 Gaffer: Nawfal Jadouh
Best Boy: Abed Jassem
 Assistant Lighting: Bashir Atallah
2nd AC: Fadi Kurd‪ieh
Sound Recordist: Jad Abou Heit
Boom Operator: Abboud Khalaf .khf.9

Thank you to all the people who helped with the film and a special thanks to Nisrine Wehbe for her invaluable contribution and efforts that played a major role in the production of Red Thread.

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10/06/2025

نعلن و بفخر عن اختيار فيلم "خيط أحمر" للمشاركة في المسابقة الدولية ضمن مهرجان Oak Cliff السينمائي 2025، في مدينة دالاس - تكساس.

هذا الاختيار لا يُعدّ مجرّد محطة جديدة في مسيرة OOBconcept، بل لحظة تحوّل نحو تعبير أكثر عمقًا وجرأة. "خيط أحمر" يُعيد التفكير في الصورة كأداة شعور كما يقف عند الحد الفاصل بين الوثائقي والروائي، في تجربة تسعى إلى كسر القوالب وتوسيع أفق المشاهدة.

نحن ممتنون لفريق مهرجان Oak Cliff على احتضانهم لهذه الرؤية، وعلى إفساح المجال لهذا الفيلم ليكون جزءًا من برنامجهم الطموح.

شكرًا لكل من آمن بمسيرتنا، من أصدقاء، وشركاء، وداعمين. وجودكم كان دومًا البوصلة والدافع.

مخرج الفيلم أحمد نابلسي سيكون حاضرًا شخصيًا خلال المهرجان. وهي فرصة فريدة لجمهور تكساس للتعرّف إليه عن قرب، وفتح حوار حول التجربة، وطرح الأسئلة حول كواليس صناعة الفيلم.

نلتقي في دالاس، بين ٢٦ و ٢٩ حزيران.

We’re proud to announce that Red Thread has been selected for the International Competition at the 2025 Oak Cliff Film Festival in Dallas, Texas.

This selection marks a pivotal moment in OOBconcept’s journey. Red Thread reflects a darker, more emotional shift in our body of work, a bold, hybrid docu-fiction that experiments with form and feeling. We're grateful the Oak Cliff team recognized this vision and welcomed the film into their powerful lineup.

To everyone who has stood by OOBconcept over the years, collaborators, friends, and supporters, thank you. Your energy helped bring us to this point.

Director Ahmad Naboulsi will attend the festival in person. For those in Texas, this is a rare chance to meet him, ask questions, and explore the creative process behind Red Thread firsthand.

See you in Dallas, June 26–29.

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24/03/2025

As the final week of Ramadan approaches, it's time to reflect on this opportunity for all of us to spend more time with our families and be thankful for the blessings that life has granted all of us.

Ramadan Kareem to all of you from OOBconcept and blessed prayers to those looking forward to Laylat al-Qadr.

Crew
Ahmad Naboulsi - Director
Ameen Abou Kassem - Cinematographer
Karim Chebaro - Line Producer

Omar Jamal - DIT .wav
Mario Bou Raad - 1st AC
Millimeter Rentals - Rental House

Cast
Najah Saliba - Mother
Ghadi Bou Zein - Child
Mohammad Yaghi - Florist
Baraa - Shopkeeper
Karim Chebaro - Florist

17/03/2025

We are seeking a web designer with experience using website builders, particularly Squarespace, to help with updating the OOBconcept website. If interested, please send your portfolio and CV to [email protected]

04/09/2024

People often make the error of thinking that their memories are truer than fiction. What they often don't realize is that with time, the line between memories and drama gets thinner. Every recollection is a reenactment that becomes injected with new understandings and artistic interpretations, so why not fully embrace the drama of recollection?

BTS from Red Thread (TBA)

Crew
Director - Ahmad Naboulsi
Cinematographer - Firas Mikati
1st AC- Mario Bou Raed
1st AD - Mohammad Hamadeh .2004
Line Producer - Karim Shbaro
Acting Coach - Ameen Abo Kassem
Sound - Jad Abou Heit
Boom Operator - Aboud Khalaf
Production Designer - Laura Menassa .menassa
Production Assistant - Imad Shaarani
VFX Supervisor - Rami Moussa
Equipment and Camera Crew - Milimeter Rentals
DIT - Omar Jamal .wav

Cast
Abdelrahman Tekriti
Rana Al Baba
Rawad Zayat
Angelina Bilal ._scenes_._
Esper Melhem

12/08/2024

AS YOU ARE, YOU SHALL BE RULED
as part of the series Artists On A Quest

COMING SOON

In 1955, Abou Ali fell in the river during the flood and was never found. Although he has since been declared dead, many believe he is still alive.

Explore the legend of Abou Ali in this immersive experience.

Funded by

كيفما تكونوا يولى عليكم
من سلسلة فن في سعي

قريباً

عام ١٩٥٥ سقط أبو علي في النهر أثناء الفيضانات ولم يُعثر عليه بعدها أبدًا. رغم أنه أُعلن ميتًا منذ ذلك الحين، إلا أن الكثيرين ما زالوا يعتقدون أنه حي.

إكتشفوا أسطورة أبو علي بهذه التجربة الغامرة.

بدعم من مرسح طرابلس.

Credits:
Starring as Abou Ali - Ameen Abo Kassem
Created by Ahmad Naboulsi
Videographer - Hamza Hariri

05/07/2024

We are working with Robin and Benjamin to give you an exclusive look into what goes behind this daring, experimental music with strong Arabic influences.

In this musical short film, we will be exploring Robin and Benjamin's story into creating this new album and its connection to the city of Tripoli. Stay tuned for an exclusive look into the creative process of their new album.

Artists - Robin Antunes & Benjamin Garson
Album - TRABLOS
Available on every digital streaming platform and on CD & Vinyl.

Produced by Tchokotchok, with the support of Institut Français du Liban and fundings of Jazz Migration

Credits
Producer and Director - Ahmad Naboulsi -
Cinematography - Firas Mikati -
Camera Operator - Mohammad Zammar -
Sound Recordist - Jad Abou Heit -
Colorist - Marina Tebecherani-

18/06/2024

Marina Tebecherani is the woman behind the colors of OOBconcept's productions. Treating every frame as a canvas of colors, Marina has been able to bring our productions to life with her keen eye for detail and vibrant colors. Her most recent contributions to OOBconcept include Tripoli The Encounter and the Okhti Amira music video by Ahmad Kaabour.

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