Palestine-German Film 'Chentian' Adds Jordan Co-Producer Arab Media Network
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Palestine-German Film 'Chentian' Adds Jordan Co-Producer Arab Media Network

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Palestinian producer May Odeh has added Jordan’s Rina Khoury from Arab Media Network ‘s Abu-Lughod Studios to her early list of backers of “Chentian,” a Palestine-German project currently in development. Odeh brings a recognized pedigree to the production, with prior credits including “Aisha Can’t Fly Away,” “A Useful Ghost,” “Hanging Gardens,” and “200 Meters.” Her expansion of the financial backing team underscores the growing institutional interest in the film.

The project is helmed by screenwriter Suha Arraf, whose previous writing credits feature the films “Lemon Tree” and “The Syrian Bride.” Arraf’s established track record has contributed to the buzz surrounding “Chentian,” positioning it as a highly anticipated development. The collaboration between Odeh and Arraf continues to draw attention from regional production networks.

According to an exclusive report from Variety, the project scooped the €35,000 […] as it advances through its early stages. The inclusion of Rina Khoury marks a strategic addition to the financial consortium, linking Jordanian studio resources with Palestinian and German creative interests.

As “Chentian” proceeds through development, the expanding roster of backers highlights a coordinated effort to support Arraf’s vision. Industry tracking of the project remains active as producers finalize early-stage commitments and prepare for subsequent production phases.

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