When a cop killer and a terrorist plot threaten a city, a police officer races against time to solve the case and save innocent lives.
This ninety-minute film takes audiences on an epic journey across nine countries and over 1,400 years of history. It explores themes such as the Word, Space, Ornament, Color and Water and presents the stories behind many great masterworks of Islamic Art and Architecture. Narrated by Academy Award winning performer Susan Sarandon, this dazzling documentary reveals the variety and diversity of Islamic art. It provides a window into Islamic culture and brings broad insights to the enduring themes that have propelled human history and fueled the rise of world civilization over the centuries
Filmed at the Alhambra in Spain in just one day, according to Marie Menken. Arabesque for Kenneth Anger concentrates on visual details found in Moorish architecture and in ancient Spanish tile. The date 1961 refers to the addition of Teiji Ito's soundtrack and its subsequent completion, but the film was likely shot in 1960 or earlier. - David Lewis
Islam: Empire of Faith is a documentary that explores the rise and spread of Islam from its origins in the Arabian Peninsula to its expansion into the Eastern Roman Empire. It delves into key historical events such as the construction of the Alhambra in Spain, the conflicts with the Mongols, and the religious tolerance in Istanbul. The film also highlights the significance of Mecca, the Kaaba, and the Ottoman Empire. Through vivid storytelling, it provides an in-depth understanding of the religion of Islam and its cultural and historical impact.
Tríptico Elemental de España is a documentary film that presents a compilation of short films, each exploring a different aspect of Spain. Through experimental techniques and artistic visuals, the film delves into the diverse landscapes and cultural heritage of the country. From the enchanting Alhambra in Granada to the picturesque landscapes of Galicia, the film captures the beauty and essence of Spain.
This Traveltalk series short looks at four of Spain's most famous cities, Granada, Seville, Toledo, and Madrid, with an emphasis on the Moors and their influence on the country.
A documentary movie covering the 700-year reign in Spain and Portugal of the Moors. It focus on Andlucia and specifically Fes, Granada and Cordoba.
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