For Sama
A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all while cataclysmic conflict rises around her. Her camera captures incredible stories of loss, laughter and survival as Waad wrestles with an impossible choice– whether or not to flee the city to protect her daughter’s life, when leaving means abandoning the struggle for freedom for which she has already sacrificed so much.
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TRAILER | For Sama | Saturday 9pm
FOR SAMA (2019) | Official Trailer | PBS Distribution
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Where can I watch For Sama in the United States?
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What are the ratings for For Sama?
For Sama scores 8.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in For Sama?
For Sama stars Sama Al-Khateab, Hamza Al-Khateab, and Waad al-Kateab. Waad al-Kateab is the director and Edward Watts is the director.
How long is For Sama?
For Sama runs 1h 40m (100 minutes).
When did For Sama come out?
For Sama was released on July 26, 2019.
Which studio made For Sama?
For Sama was produced by ITN Productions and Channel 4 Television in Syria and the United Kingdom.
What languages is For Sama in?
For Sama is in Arabic and English, and its original language is English.
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