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For Sama (2019)

Movie ★ 8.3 100 min

Documentary War

A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all while cataclysmic conflict rises around her. Her camera captures incredible stories of loss, laughter and survival as Waad wrestles with an impossible choice– whether or not to flee the city to protect her daughter’s life, when leaving means abandoning the struggle for freedom for which she has already sacrificed so much.

Waad al-Kateab Director Edward Watts Director

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Quick facts

Released
July 26, 2019
Runtime
100 min
IMDb
tt9617456
Country
Syrian Arab Republic,
Language
,
Studio
ITN Productions,

Themes

Cast

Sama Al-Khateab Sama Al-Khateab Self Hamza Al-Khateab Hamza Al-Khateab Self Waad al-Kateab Waad al-Kateab Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is For Sama about?
A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all while cataclysmic conflict rises around her. Her camera captures incredible stories of loss, laughter and survival as Waad wrestles with an impossible choice– whether or not to flee the city to protect her daughter’s life, when leaving means abandoning the struggle for freedom for which she has already sacrificed so much.
Who directed For Sama?
For Sama was directed by Waad al-Kateab, Edward Watts.
Who stars in For Sama?
For Sama stars Sama Al-Khateab, Hamza Al-Khateab, Waad al-Kateab.
When was For Sama released?
For Sama is a 2019 documentary, war film.
Where can I watch For Sama?
You can watch For Sama with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.