Fez: City of Saints (2011)

Fez: City of Saints (2011) poster

This exclusive documentary follows the journey of some of the worlds leading Muslim thinkers in a gathering that took place at the heart of an ancient Islamic city It was Habib Umar's first trip to the Maghreb and the film captures his travels and responses as he journeys through a land brimming with spirituality, knowledge and vast history. From the serene courtyards of the University of Qarawiyyin to busling souk streets, from walled city of Fez to the mountainous sanctuary of Moulay Idris, the film shares the spiritual secrets of the places and their stories. The beauty of the great city of Fez, founded by descendants of the Noble Prophet (May Allah swt shower blessings upon him), is shared by a visitor who is himself a direct descendant of that great household. The result is a moving meeting of two traditions that form the very core of great Islamic narrative.

Genre: Documentary, Family, History
Runtime: 55 min
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Production: RadicalMiddleway
Country: Morocco
Language: العربية, English
Original Language: en

Keywords

islam, saint, sufism, religious

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fez: City of Saints about?
This exclusive documentary follows the journey of some of the worlds leading Muslim thinkers in a gathering that took place at the heart of an ancient Islamic city It was Habib Umar's first trip to the Maghreb and the film captures his travels and responses as he journeys through a land brimming with spirituality, knowledge and vast history. From the serene courtyards of the University of Qarawiyyin to busling souk streets, from walled city of Fez to the mountainous sanctuary of Moulay Idris, the film shares the spiritual secrets of the places and their stories. The beauty of the great city of Fez, founded by descendants of the Noble Prophet (May Allah swt shower blessings upon him), is shared by a visitor who is himself a direct descendant of that great household. The result is a moving meeting of two traditions that form the very core of great Islamic narrative.
Who stars in Fez: City of Saints?
Fez: City of Saints stars Habib Umar Bin Hafiz.
How long is Fez: City of Saints?
Fez: City of Saints has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
What genre is Fez: City of Saints?
Fez: City of Saints is a Documentary, Family, History film.
Where was Fez: City of Saints produced?
Fez: City of Saints was produced in Morocco.