Mother of Mosul

At a glance

Mother of Mosul, is a 2020 Iraqi movie, directed by Albaqer Jaafar. with a runtime of 17 minutes.

Overview

Mother of Mosul is a poignant documentary following the children of Mosul as they begin a new school year in the wake of devastating conflict and displacement. Uprooted from their homes, these young students return to classrooms scarred by war, studying the history of their destroyed city while grappling with a profound loss of identity. The film offers an intimate and humanizing portrait of resilience amid ruins, capturing the emotional complexity of children trying to make sense of a world that has been irreversibly altered. A moving reflection on belonging, memory, and the enduring spirit of childhood in the face of catastrophe.

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