SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni (2025)

How is secularism depicted in films? The term "Aa'La'Ma'Ni" means worldly in Arabic. It's significant in the Middle East, where secularism is controversial since the majority often link secularism with atheism and anti-religious sentiment. SECULAR | Aa'La'Ma'Ni, a documentary based on academic research, explores the depiction of secularism in Middle Eastern cinema and TV channels. Filmmakers and regional producers openly discuss religion, sectarianism, authorities, minorities, and industry challenges.

Released

2025-01-02

Genres

Documentary

Runtime

50 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Khaldoun H. Shami

TMDB rating

9.0/10 from 1 votes