About Ibn Rushd Media
Our Story & Mission
Founded in 2014, Ibn Rushd Media LLC was established with a clear vision: to bring unique, compelling narratives rooted in Islamic history and universal values to global screens. We develop meticulously researched screenplays that bridge cultures, challenge stereotypes, and entertain audiences with powerful storytelling.
Our mission is twofold: to create engaging contemporary drama that explores modern Arab and Muslim societies, and to reveal untold—and often uncomfortable—truths from Islamic history through academically rigorous historical drama.
We believe in the power of media to educate, challenge assumptions, and foster critical thinking. Our work spans from political thrillers and social commentary to controversial historical investigations that examine the unspoken chapters of Caliphate history, religious authority, and power dynamics throughout Islamic civilization.
Why Ibn Rushd?
Our company takes inspiration from the 12th-century philosopher Ibn Rushd (Averroes), whose legacy embodies the values we aspire to in our storytelling: reason, enlightenment, and the bridging of diverse intellectual traditions. Like our namesake, we seek to illuminate understanding through our work, connecting historical wisdom with modern audiences.
Our Approach to Storytelling
At Ibn Rushd Media, we believe in the power of well-researched, character-driven narratives. Our methodology combines:
- Deep historical and cultural research grounded in primary sources
- Academic rigor paired with compelling dramatic storytelling
- Focus on universal themes that resonate across cultures
- Character-centered narratives that bring history to life
- Professional screenplay development with production viability in mind
- Balancing educational value with compelling entertainment
- Fearless examination of controversial topics with scholarly integrity
Our Commitment to Historical Truth
Ibn Rushd Media is committed to presenting difficult historical truths that have often been suppressed or ignored. Our heritage drama projects examine controversial periods in Islamic history—from the early Caliphates to the Abbasid and Umayyad dynasties—drawing from historical records by chroniclers such as Al-Tabari, Ibn al-Jawzi, Al-Mas'udi, and others.
We approach these sensitive topics with the seriousness they deserve: rigorous research, academic sourcing, and a commitment to historical accuracy. Our goal is not sensationalism, but rather to create space for honest historical inquiry and critical examination of power, authority, and religious interpretation throughout Islamic civilization.
This work exists alongside our contemporary drama projects, which explore modern Arab and Muslim societies with the same commitment to truth-telling and fearless storytelling.
Our Research Methodology
All controversial historical content undergoes a rigorous development process to ensure academic credibility and historical accuracy:
- ✓ Primary Source Verification: Every historical claim is cross-referenced against classical Islamic historians and chroniclers
- ✓ Multiple Account Analysis: We examine different historical perspectives and acknowledge where sources conflict
- ✓ Classical Arabic Expertise: Direct translation and interpretation of Arabic historical texts
- ✓ Academic Consultation: Collaboration with specialists in Islamic history, medieval studies, and classical Arabic literature
- ✓ Dramatic Integrity: Historical accuracy maintained while crafting compelling narrative drama suitable for screen adaptation
Key Historical Sources Referenced:
Al-Tabari (839-923 CE)
Ibn al-Jawzi (1116-1201 CE)
Al-Mas'udi (896-956 CE)
Ibn al-Athir (1160-1233 CE)
Al-Ya'qubi (died 897 CE)
Ibn Kathir (1300-1373 CE)
Note: While these historians are considered authoritative sources in Islamic scholarship, we acknowledge that all historical accounts reflect the perspectives and limitations of their authors and eras. Our dramatic adaptations interpret these sources for contemporary audiences while maintaining fidelity to documented historical events.