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 Jan. 2, 2025 50 min 11+

Genres: Documentary

Keywords: tmdb.filmmaking, tmdb.secularism, tmdb.minority, tmdb.the-middle-east, tmdb.philosophical, tmdb.personal-diary, tmdb.academia + 5 more, imdb.middle-east, imdb.secularism, imdb.sectarianism, imdb.filmmaking, imdb.minority-issues