For Sama (2019)

FOR SAMA unravels the riveting tale of womanhood, woven amidst the tumultuous fabric of war. This cinematic love note, penned by a young mother, Waad al-Kateab, to her daughter, navigates through five relentless years of the Aleppo uprising in Syria. Amidst the cacophony of conflict, Waad discovers love, ties the knot, and welcomes the birth of Sama, her beacon of hope. Her lens fearlessly captures the raw tapestry of life - the profound loss, the echoes of laughter, and the indomitable spirit of survival. As the war rages on, Waad is faced with a heart-wrenching dilemma – to seek refuge and ensure her daughter's safety, or to stay, thereby forsaking their freedom struggle, a cause for which she's paid unspeakable prices. FOR SAMA is a captivating debut feature documentary by Emmy award-winning filmmakers, Waad al-Kateab and Edward Watts, that offers an intimate and heroic view into the female experience of war.

For Sama is a documentary movie featuring Sama Al-Khateab.

For Sama is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy.

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