Ziyara
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Ziyara is a documentary film. directed by Simone Bitton.
Synopsis
Ziyara means visit to the saints, a popular practice common to both Jews and Muslims in Morocco. Today most of the Jews have left, but their saints are still there. The director goes to meet their guardians, humble and magnificent muslim caretakers of her Jewish memory. The wound of separation is still open, the echo of the Middle Eastern wars hunts silently the encounter, but the camera reweaves the link. It gathers stories, smiles, hospitality and blessings, carrying the film towards a new complicity between the filmer and those who are filmed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 1, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
4.5/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ziyara about?
Ziyara means visit to the saints, a popular practice common to both Jews and Muslims in Morocco. Today most of the Jews have left, but their saints are still there. The director goes to meet their ...
Who directed Ziyara?
Ziyara was directed by Simone Bitton.
How long is Ziyara?
Ziyara has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was Ziyara released?
Ziyara was released on December 1, 2021 in theaters.