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202121 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Wild is the Spring

202121 minPGdocumentary

7.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Syria's ethnic communities share personal narratives of survival and cultural identity amidst the ongoing conflict, highlighting resilience in Lebanon and Syria.

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Syria's ethnic communities share personal narratives of survival and cultural identity amidst the ongoing conflict, highlighting resilience in Lebanon and Syria.

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Adla Massouddirector

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Syria’s landscapes show the daily lives of ethnic communities facing war. "Wild is the Spring" captures personal stories from Lebanon and Syria, revealing the effects of conflict on cultural identities. Directed by Adla Massoud, the film includes narratives of individuals living under challenging conditions. It lasts 21 minutes and features Arabic and Kurdish languages. The documentary presents moments of hope amidst hardship, focusing on survival in a tumultuous region.

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