For Sama
An intimate and epic journey into the female experience of war.
A English Documentary, War film (2019) rated 8.5/10 on IMDb by 13K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Sama Al-Khateab, Hamza Al-Khateab, known for an underrated hidden gem.
Synopsis
A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all while cataclysmic conflict rises around her. Her camera captures incredible stories of loss, laughter and survival as Waad wrestles with an impossible choice– whether or not to flee the city to protect her daughter’s life, when leaving means abandoning the struggle for freedom for which she has already sacrificed so much.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is For Sama worth watching?
Yes — highly recommended. Filmistani rates For Sama 90/100 (IMDb: 8.5/10). A strong pick for fans of Documentary.
Where can I watch For Sama online in India?
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Is For Sama a hit or flop?
For Sama is a hit — 13K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 90/100 point to strong audience reception.
What is For Sama about?
A love letter from a young mother to her daughter, the film tells the story of Waad al-Kateab’s life through five years of the uprising in Aleppo, Syria as she falls in love, gets married and gives birth to Sama, all…
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