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202363 minPGdocumentary

Chasing the Dazzling Light

202363 minPGdocumentary

A father in Syria provides direction and advice to his son, a filmmaker in Europe, through phone calls and video chats.

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A father in Syria provides direction and advice to his son, a filmmaker in Europe, through phone calls and video chats.

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Yaser Kassabdirector

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Yaser Kassab emigrated from Syria to Europe with dreams of becoming a filmmaker. He now collaborates with his father, also a filmmaker, on a project that spans continents. The father, still in Syria, guides Yaser through phone calls and video chats. Their conversations blend personal advice with professional direction. This documentary captures their relationship as they navigate the challenges of filmmaking and family life from afar. The film runs for 63 minutes and was released in 2023.

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