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The Light in Her Eyes

(The Light in Her Eyes)
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Original Title : The Light in Her Eyes
Time : 87 Min
Genre : Documentary
Project Type : Movie
Year of release : 2011
Director : Julia Meltzer, Laura Nix
Writer : Riyadh Al-Hamdani, Lena Alfi, Kosar Soufi, Marwa Tarakji
Producer : Julia Meltzer, Laura Nix
Project State : completed
Origin Country/Region : United States
Original Language : Arabic
About : Houda al-Habash, a conservative Muslim preacher, founded a Qur'an school for girls in Damascus, Syria when she was just 17 years old. Every summer, her female students immerse themselves in a rigorous study of Islam, in addition to their ...See moreHouda al-Habash, a conservative Muslim preacher, founded a Qur'an school for girls in Damascus, Syria when she was just 17 years old. Every summer, her female students immerse themselves in a rigorous study of Islam, in addition to their secular schooling. A surprising cultural shift is underway-women are claiming space within the mosque, a place historically dominated by men. Challenging tradition, Houda insists education for women is a form of worship. Using Qur'anic teachings, she encourages her students to pursue higher education, jobs, and public lives, while remaining committed to an interpretation of Islam prioritizing women's role as wives and mothers. In a world rarely seen, The Light In Her Eyes tells the story of a leader who challenges the women of her community to live according to Islam, without giving up their dreams. Shot right before the uprising in Syria erupted, the film is an exclusive look at a social movement thriving in a country controlled by a repressive regime. Written by Anonymous See less Read more: Plot summary

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