Islam
Originally released in 1949. Islam is a feature film. directed by Georges Régnier. At just 23 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
"Islam" by Georges Régnier (1949) is a documentary about Islamic art in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, and Spain. The documentary received a special mention at the Venice Film Festival in 1949. Georges Régnier, a French documentary filmmaker active in the post-war period, was interested in North African cultures and colonial issues. In this film, he traces the history of Islam and its architectural art across these regions, and describes the expansion of Islam from Arabia to the Maghreb and Andalusia, highlighting mosques, minarets, and palaces such as those in Kairouan, Algiers, and Marrakech, all accompanied by the sounds of the Arabic call to prayer.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1949
77 years ago
Runtime
0h 23m
23 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Films J.K. Raymond Millet
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Islam about?
"Islam" by Georges Régnier (1949) is a documentary about Islamic art in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, and Spain. The documentary received a special mention at the Venice Film Festival in 1949. George...
Who directed Islam?
Islam was directed by Georges Régnier.
How long is Islam?
Islam has a runtime of 0 hours and 23 minutes (23 minutes total).
When was Islam released?
Islam was released on January 1, 1949 in theaters.