A Spell of Absence
سحر الغائب
Synopsis
A history of Lebanon’s Shiites, based on personal writings and memoirs. The film retraces the twelfth sect’s journey through Jabal Amel, the Bekaa Valley, Mount Lebanon and Beirut, while while exploring the major events and factors that influenced a people’s existence.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mohamed Soueid
- Original Title
- سحر الغائب
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 3h 20m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mohamed Soueid
Department Leadership Roster
Mohamed Soueid
Director
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What is A Spell of Absence about?
A history of Lebanon’s Shiites, based on personal writings and memoirs. The film retraces the twelfth sect’s journey through Jabal Amel, the Bekaa Valley, Mount Lebanon and Beirut, while while exploring the major events and factors that influenced a people’s existence.
Who directed A Spell of Absence?
A Spell of Absence was directed by Mohamed Soueid.
Who stars in A Spell of Absence?
The principal cast of A Spell of Absence includes Not specified.
When was A Spell of Absence released and how long is it?
A Spell of Absence was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 3h 20m.