Some Lover to Some Beloved
Originally released in 2018. Some Lover to Some Beloved is a documentary film. directed by Umar Riaz.
Starring Zia Mohyeddin
Synopsis
Inspired by John Gielgud, veteran Pakistani actor Zia Mohyeddin ('Lawrence of Arabia', 'A Passage to India') recites readings from now fading Urdu literature every year. In 2010, he makes a deviation from his thirty-year tradition and reads solely from the work of one author - legendary revolutionary Pakistani poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz. As contemporary Pakistan devolves into violence and instability, Zia's readings of Faiz's poetry find new resonance and leads Zia on an introspective journey into his extraordinary past and uncertain future.
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What is Some Lover to Some Beloved about?
Inspired by John Gielgud, veteran Pakistani actor Zia Mohyeddin ('Lawrence of Arabia', 'A Passage to India') recites readings from now fading Urdu literature every year. In 2010, he makes a deviati...
Who directed Some Lover to Some Beloved?
Some Lover to Some Beloved was directed by Umar Riaz.
How long is Some Lover to Some Beloved?
Some Lover to Some Beloved has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Some Lover to Some Beloved released?
Some Lover to Some Beloved was released on March 13, 2018 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Some Lover to Some Beloved?
The main cast of Some Lover to Some Beloved includes Zia Mohyeddin.