Synopsis
Shot initially in Syria prior to the civil war, Wajd is a window into the lives of three Syrian refugee musicians as they face their traumatic experiences. Verite footage of their daily lives weaves together with bittersweet musical performances, traditional Su ceremonies, and poetic imagery of a pre-war Syria that no longer exists. What unfolds is a cinematic meditation on loss, yearning, and faith.
Wajd: Songs of Separation is a 1h 27min documentary feature film by Amar Chebib. Shot initially in Syria prior to the civil war, Wajd is a window into the lives of three Syrian refugee musicians as... Selected for Portland Film Festival (2018).
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Arabic
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| TMDB | 542012 |
