The Wayfarer and the River of Longing
“Documentary”
Synopsis
Inspired by The Seven Valleys, the film follows a solitary wayfarer who steps onto a spiritual journey of self-knowledge, guided not by destination but by transformation. Shot across the historic landscapes of Oxford, the journey unfolds as both an inner pilgrimage and a physical passage that reflects the wayfarer’s movement toward surrender, silence, and submission.
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- Director
- Bashir Sayyah
- Screenplay & Story
- Attar
- Original Title
- The Wayfarer and the River of Longing
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Bashir Sayyah
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bashir Sayyah
Attar
Abhay Parmar
Bashir Sayyah
Department Leadership Roster
Bashir Sayyah
Editor
Abhay Parmar
Director of Photography
Bashir Sayyah
Director
Attar
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is The Wayfarer and the River of Longing about?
Inspired by The Seven Valleys, the film follows a solitary wayfarer who steps onto a spiritual journey of self-knowledge, guided not by destination but by transformation. Shot across the historic landscapes of Oxford, the journey unfolds as both an inner pilgrimage and a physical passage that reflects the wayfarer’s movement toward surrender, silence, and submission.
Who directed The Wayfarer and the River of Longing?
The Wayfarer and the River of Longing was directed by Bashir Sayyah.
Who stars in The Wayfarer and the River of Longing?
The principal cast of The Wayfarer and the River of Longing includes Bashir Sayyah, Attar, Abhay Parmar, Yasamin Seif.
When was The Wayfarer and the River of Longing released and how long is it?
The Wayfarer and the River of Longing was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 22m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Wayfarer and the River of Longing?
The Wayfarer and the River of Longing holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).