Daraya: A Library Under Bombs
A group of activists in besieged Daraya creates an underground library to preserve books and foster a sense of peace during the Syrian civil war.
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A group of activists in besieged Daraya creates an underground library to preserve books and foster a sense of peace during the Syrian civil war.
Synopsis
In Daraya, a suburb near Damascus, three friends establish an underground library during the Syrian civil war. They met during the 2011 revolution and work to preserve books amid ongoing bombing. The film features extensive video archives that document their efforts to create a sanctuary for peace and democracy. As the friends confront the challenges of war and exile, they reflect on their shared past and the role of their secret library in their community.
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