7 stories
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 Sudanese Coffee | قهوة سودانية
She runs the last traditional coffee house in Khartoum. He's the journalist documenting disappearing traditions. Their story brews slowly.
Béni Abbès Blessing
Aïcha preserves ancient manuscripts at Béni Abbès' desert library. When scholar Henrik arrives digitizing endangered texts, she shows him that some wisdom resists pixels. 'El 'ilm f'el waraq' (العلم في الورق) - Knowledge is in the paper.
Library Love
Librarian Amina digitizes ancient manuscripts at King Abdullah Library. When technologist Chen develops her archival systems, preservation becomes personal. 'Al kutub tuwaththiq al hubb' (الكتب توثق الحب) - Books document love.
Music Manuscript
Musicologist Amina preserves traditional Saudi melodies. When composer Oleg seeks authentic sounds for his symphony, notes become more than music. 'Al musiqa lughit al ruh' (الموسيقى لغة الروح) - Music is the soul's language.
Sunset Souq
Souq manager Fatima preserves traditional markets amid modernization. When urban developer Jack threatens her heritage, opposition becomes attraction. 'Al souq ruh al madina' (السوق روح المدينة) - The souq is the city's soul.
The Ancient Seeds
Botanist Layla works to preserve Palestinian heirloom seeds—until farmer Ibrahim shares varieties no one has seen in decades, along with his carefully guarded heart.