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Omar Amiralay: Sorrow, Time, Silence (15*) + ScreenTalk with director Hala Alabdalla

Syrian Arts and Culture Festival

,Barbican Cinema 3
Still image of man directing a camera

Omar Amiralay, widely considered the godfather of Arab non-fiction film, was haunted by Syrian politics. Director Hala Alabdallah presents a letter of reflection and friendship in this documentary.

Amiralay sadly passed away in 2011, just before the eruption of the still-ongoing war. Part-cinematic letter to an old friend and part-reflection on Syria then and now, this film is a powerful testimony to politics, cinema, and the ideas that lead to his iconoclastic career. Sharing private moments with the veteran filmmaker, Hala Alabdalla's discussions with Omar, are a reflection on love, life and death.

Director Hala Alabdallah joins us for a ScreenTalk after the screening.

 

 

Tagged with: Cinema

Syria 2021 Dir Hala Alabdallah 109 min

Syrian Arts and Culture Festival - SACF - is a multidisciplinary arts festival showcasing Syria’s vibrant arts and culture.

Barbican Cinema 3

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.