civilization,syria,bilad al-sham

Windows of the Soul (2011)

Poster for Windows of the Soul

Story of Syria told by Jamal Soleiman

A documentary film about Syria with its diverse civilizations and history. Where the hero of the film gets lost between his questions about history, culture, and identity, and his attempts to see the story of Syrian history. In the film, the narrator takes us on a journey through Syrian history that diversifies into five basic civilizational shifts, from the agricultural revolution to writing and the emergence of cities to trade until the advent of Christianity and up to the cultural achievement of Islamic civilization.

Cast & Crew

Director
Laith Hijo
  • Profile picture of Jamal Soleiman
    Narrator Jamal Soleiman

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Keywords

  • civilization
  • syria
  • bilad al-sham