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202160 minPGdocumentary

Conflict Historical Events

Mosul, My Home

202160 minPGdocumentary

Mosul, a city recovering from years of conflict and the Islamic State's control, is portrayed through the daily lives and resilience of its diverse residents.

Conflict Historical Events

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Adalet R. Garmiany

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Mosul, a city recovering from years of conflict and the Islamic State's control, is portrayed through the daily lives and resilience of its diverse residents.

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Adalet R. Garmianydirector

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Mosul, a city marked by years of conflict and the reign of the Islamic State, is portrayed through its streets and communal spaces. The film covers the aftermath of war, focusing on the daily lives of residents as they navigate recovery. It captures the city's historical energy and the interactions among its diverse inhabitants, offering a view of Mosul beyond destruction and crisis. The documentary runs for 60 minutes and was released in 2021.

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