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The Soul of The Letter

  • Day28 OCT, 29 OCT
  • TimingMorning
  • CategoryStudent Short Films
  • Duration16 minutes min
  • Year2026 (World Premiere)
  • LanguageArabic
  • SubtitleEnglish
  • CountrySaudi Arabia
  • Director(s)Faris Salah

Synopsis

This documentary follows the journey of calligrapher Zaki Al-Hashemi, tracing his path from early fascination with Arabic script to mastering its philosophy and discipline. Through his experiences across cities and traditions, the film explores the deeper meaning of Arabic calligraphy as a living heritage, reflecting identity, history, and artistic devotion.

Director Details

Faris Al-Suhaimi is a documentary filmmaker and a filmmaking student based in Los Angeles. Through a contemporary documentary perspective, he seeks to introduce Arab heritage and culture to global audiences. His work focuses on exploring the arts and cultural identity of the Arab world through a visual approach that reflects their depth and diversity. He previously directed (Al-Khatt Al-Madani) and (Historical Melodies), two documentaries that explore the region's artistic and cultural narratives. Through his films, he aims to preserve cultural identity while presenting it in a modern format that resonates with audiences worldwide.