Soufra

At a glance

Soufra, is a 2017 Lebanese movie, directed by Thomas A. Morgan. with a runtime of 73 minutes.

Overview

Soufra is an inspiring documentary that follows Mariam Shaar, a Palestinian refugee who has spent her entire life in the Burj El Barajneh refugee camp south of Beirut, Lebanon. Refusing to accept the limits imposed by her circumstances, Mariam launches a catering company called 'Soufra' from within the camp and then expands it into a food truck business, employing a diverse team of fellow refugee women. The film is a powerful testament to entrepreneurial spirit, community solidarity, and the determination to build a dignified future against all odds. Soufra is both a social enterprise story and a deeply human portrait of resilience.

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