Biografia
Reem Kadem is an acclaimed actress and screenwriter celebrated for her deeply emotional performances, transformative character portrayals, and versatile, ethnically ambiguous presence across film and television.
She plays the recurring role of Shamira on the TV series The Promised Land, a genre-blending comedy often described as "The Chosen meets The Office." The show has gained recognition for its rapid-fire humor, ensemble chemistry, and unique tone.
Kadem's career showcases a diverse array of characters—from the intense emotional role of Naseeka on Paramount+’s SEAL Team, to a compassionate caseworker in the nationwide theatrical release No Address alongside Beverly D'Angelo and Lucas Jade Zumann, to the fierce biker gang member Nona in Amazon Prime’s Revenge Ride, as well as recurring sketches on ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Her first SAG television audition was opposite Kristen Bell on Veronica Mars, followed by a memorable guest spot opposite Jada Pinkett Smith on Hawthorne. She was later selected for an NBC comedy pilot produced by Brian Grazer and directed by Ken Kwapis (He’s Just Not That Into You), starring Sarah Silverman and Jeff Goldblum. Since then, she has worked on numerous respected film and television projects alongside prominent industry talent.
Kadem achieved international acclaim for her lead role in the feature Nawal the Jewel, inspired by the true story of Reyhaneh Jabbari. She performed in English, Farsi, and Malayalam—learning Malayalam specifically for the film, a rare feat for a non-native speaker in Indian cinema.
Her performance earned multiple nominations and four Best Actress awards, including honors from the Amsterdam International Filmmaker Festival, Milan International Film Festival, Multicultural Film Festival in California, and Boston International Film Festival. The latter also awarded the film the Indie Spirit Best Feature Award during a festival that featured projects with Edward James Olmos, Katie Holmes, Elaine Hendrix, Chazz Palminteri, and Jeff Daniels, who won Best Actor for Guest Artist that year.
Beyond acting, Kadem is recognized as a screenwriter with several projects in development across thrillers, elevated dramas, and comedies. Her writing has attracted interest from top producers and industry professionals associated with the Academy Awards and Golden Globes.
She has also trained with esteemed industry figures such as Alfred Molina, Bobby Moresco, and Amy Lyndon, among others.
