Film Lens
The film follows Dr. Hamza al-Khatib and nurse Um Ibrahim at al-Quds Hospital, the last operational hospital in besieged East Aleppo. Through the lens of photographer Abd Alkader Habak, the film captures the daily struggles of medical staff amid the ongoing conflict. It presents a stark contrast between the pervasive misery and moments of joy, love, and laughter shared among the characters.
As the situation deteriorates, the film portrays the emotional toll on the medical team and their patients. Ultimately, they are forced to leave the hospital, marking a significant moment of loss and uncertainty for those who have dedicated their lives to saving others in a war-torn environment.
Why Watch
- •Meet Dr. Hamza al-Khatib and nurse Um Ibrahim in East Aleppo.
- •Find out how medical staff cope with war's impact.
- •See the last days of al-Quds Hospital's operation.
Did You Know
•Al-Quds Hospital was the last operational hospital in East Aleppo.
•Dr. Hamza al-Khatib and nurse Um Ibrahim are key figures in the film.
•The documentary has a duration of 90 minutes.
Perfect For
Humanitarian effortsMiddle Eastern conflictsMedical professionals