Light Upon Light: A Documentary On Hijab
# Forget what you think you know about the hijab.
📜 Overview:
Light Upon Light: A Documentary on Hijab is an intimate and deeply personal exploration of the diverse, raw, and untold stories of hijabi women. Through open and vulnerable conversations with 7 women, the film dismantles stereotypes, highlights the challenges imposed by society, and celebrates the profound beauty of the hijab beyond a mere clothing choice. It captures the individuality of each woman’s story—how they came to wear the hijab, the struggles they’ve faced, and the strength they’ve found in it. More than just fabric, the hijab is a journey, often misunderstood, and influenced by the way the world perceives it. By amplifying voices that are often unheard, the documentary creates a space for empathy, challenges misconceptions, and invites a deeper understanding of what it truly means to wear the hijab; inspiring everyone to see hijab in a new light.
🌏 Languages Available:
Arabic
,
English
,
Urdu
📆 Date Released:
2025-03-02
⌚ Running Time:
125 mins
⭐ Vote Average:
0.0
Beloved Cast
Subject
Mariam Yassein
Subject
Rahma Ahmed
Subject
Rawan Mohab
Subject
Madina Loodin
Subject
Naveen Balkhi
Subject
Mehnaz Anshah
Poet
Salwa Sadek
Ballerina
Shaikha Alshemeili
Ballerina
Safiya Tahhan
