SADA (2021)

Sada, meaning «echo» in Arabic, was conceived as Sada for Iraqi art by the Baghdad-born Rijin Sahakian. Sahakian set up the initiative, which ran from 2011 to 2015, in order to support Baghdad-based artists facing the damage done to the contemporary art infrastructure in Iraq after cycles of war, destruction, sanctions, and continual political insecurity. For «documenta fifteen», Sahakian invited former participants of Sada to produce video work reflecting on their practice and where they are today. The participating artists are Sajjad Abbas, Bassim Al Shaker, Layth Kareem, Ali Eyal, Raed Mutar, Sarah Munaf, and Sahakian herself. This almanac is a valuable historical document about a country destroyed by a bloody war.

Director: Bassim Al Shaker, Sajjad Abbas, Laith Kareem, Raed Mutar, Sarah Munaf, Ali Eyal, Rijin Sahakian
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 55 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SADA about?
Sada, meaning «echo» in Arabic, was conceived as Sada for Iraqi art by the Baghdad-born Rijin Sahakian. Sahakian set up the initiative, which ran from 2011 to 2015, in order to support Baghdad-based artists facing the damage done to the contemporary art infrastructure in Iraq after cycles of war, destruction, sanctions, and continual political insecurity. For «documenta fifteen», Sahakian invited former participants of Sada to produce video work reflecting on their practice and where they are today. The participating artists are Sajjad Abbas, Bassim Al Shaker, Layth Kareem, Ali Eyal, Raed Mutar, Sarah Munaf, and Sahakian herself. This almanac is a valuable historical document about a country destroyed by a bloody war.
Who directed SADA?
SADA was directed by Bassim Al Shaker, Sajjad Abbas, Laith Kareem, Raed Mutar, Sarah Munaf, Ali Eyal, Rijin Sahakian.
How long is SADA?
SADA has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is SADA?
SADA is a Documentary film.