12 stories
Rachaya el-Foukhar Pottery | فخار راشيا الفخار
She throws pottery in Lebanon's last traditional pottery village. He's the museum curator who wants her work for permanent collection. Between wheel and wall, they shape something lasting. 'Inti el sigheh el tamm' (أنتِ الصيغة التامة).
The Iraqi Calligrapher | الخطاط العراقي
She preserves Arabic calligraphy in post-war Iraq. He's the museum curator who wants to exhibit her work. Their art creates new meaning.
The Persian Carpet Weaver | نسّاجة السجاد الفارسي
Her family has woven carpets for four centuries. He's the museum curator who wants to acquire their masterpiece. She gives him something more valuable.
Diriyah Discovery
Museum curator Dalal protects Diriyah's heritage. When restoration expert Marc challenges her methods, their debates become something more heated. 'Al athar tiwassal al qulub' (الآثار توصل القلوب) - Artifacts connect hearts.
חום בחולון | Holon Heat
At the Design Museum Holon, an architect meets a curator—and they discover that the most beautiful design is human connection.
The Antique Dealer of Jerusalem
In Jerusalem's Old City, dealer Mahmoud sells artifacts of a vanishing world—until curator Lina walks in looking for a piece and finds something priceless.
The Civil Rights Museum Curator
Dr. Patricia guards the history of the movement in Memphis. When a documentarian arrives to film, she discovers some legacies need living witnesses.
The Night Security Secret
Gladys works overnight security at the museum. When the new curator starts keeping the same late hours, the after-dark hours reveal more than exhibits.
Tiaret Traditions
Rachida runs the last traditional saddle workshop in Tiaret. When heritage curator Ivan arrives documenting craft traditions, she shows him that some skills pass through more than hands. 'El san'a f'el roh' (الصنعة في الروح) - Craft is in the soul.
Dalston Desire
Vintage clothing curator Adaeze runs a secret Dalston speakeasy that's half bar, half boutique. When music producer Marcus stumbles upon it, she shows him that her most exclusive items aren't for sale.
Halifax Maritime Museum
She curates African maritime history at Halifax's museum—a thick ebony Somali widow whose knowledge spans oceans. When he visits her exhibit, she offers private tours. Some history is made behind closed doors.
The Curator
Museum after hours. She shows him the private collection. The art comes alive.