#documentary

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Khirbet Qanafar Temple | معبد خربة قنافار

Khirbet Qanafar Temple | معبد خربة قنافار

Anastasia Chrome2 min read

She guards the forgotten Roman temple at Khirbet Qanafar. He's the documentary filmmaker who thinks it rivals Baalbek. In overlooked ruins, they find something significant. 'Inti el ma'bad el mansiyy' (أنتِ المعبد المنسي).

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Oracabessa Ocean

Oracabessa Ocean

Anastasia Chrome2 min read

Marine sanctuary ranger Ingrid protects Jamaica's sea life, and when documentary filmmaker Luke capsizes near her reef, she rescues him and shows him depths he never knew existed.

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The Date Palm Farmer | مزارع النخيل

The Date Palm Farmer | مزارع النخيل

Anastasia Chrome3 min read

She comes to the oasis to document traditional farming. He's the farmer who's kept the old ways alive. Between the palms, they plant something new.

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The Tyre Fisherwoman | صيادة صور

The Tyre Fisherwoman | صيادة صور

Anastasia Chrome4 min read

She captains the last traditional fishing boat in Tyre. He's the documentary filmmaker capturing dying traditions. Between takes, they catch feelings neither expected. 'Inti akbar sayde sawwartha' (أنتِ أكبر صيدة صوّرتها).

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Channel Islands

Channel Islands

Anastasia Chrome5 min read

On Jersey's secluded coast, marine biologist Marguerite studies tidal pools. When a documentary filmmaker arrives, their collaboration makes waves.

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Khenchela Kindled

Khenchela Kindled

Yasmina Khadra2 min read

Dihya preserves Chaoui traditions in the Aurès Mountains. When documentary filmmaker Yusuf arrives capturing disappearing cultures, she shows him that some traditions can only be lived, not filmed. 'El 'ada f'el dem' (العادة في الدم) - Tradition is in the blood.

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حاوي الثعابين | The Snake Charmer of Marrakech

حاوي الثعابين | The Snake Charmer of Marrakech

Yasmine Benali2 min read

A snake charmer discovers passion with a documentary maker filming traditional performers.

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Reggane Radiance

Reggane Radiance

Yasmina Khadra2 min read

Aicha survived French nuclear tests near Reggane. When documentary director Marie arrives filming the forgotten victims, she shares truths that cameras can't hold. 'El haqiqa ma temoutch' (الحقيقة ما تموتش) - Truth doesn't die.

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The Hebron Glassblower

The Hebron Glassblower

Layla Khalidi4 min read

Documentary filmmaker Rana comes to Hebron to film the ancient glass tradition and finds herself captivated by master craftsman Bassam, whose art mirrors his passion.

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The Lemon Grove Legacy

The Lemon Grove Legacy

Layla Khalidi3 min read

Documentary maker Yara films the last traditional lemon harvest in Acre—and falls for grove owner Walid, whose bitter-sweet family history mirrors his fruit.

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The Shepherd Moon

The Shepherd Moon

Layla Khalidi3 min read

On full moon nights, shepherd Yasir leads his flock through ancient paths—until documentary maker Nadia follows him and discovers light comes in many forms.

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Wadi Whispers

Wadi Whispers

Layla Al-Rashid3 min read

Botanist Maryam studies rare plants in hidden wadis. When environmental filmmaker Tom documents her work, the wilderness reveals unexpected connections. 'Al wadi yihki li illi yisma'' (الوادي يحكي لللي يسمع) - The wadi speaks to those who listen.

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Wiltshire Chalk

Wiltshire Chalk

Anastasia Chrome4 min read

Landscape archaeologist Diana studies the white horse hill figures. When documentary maker James films her work, the ancient mystery reveals something modern.

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