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Islam (1949): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1949 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1949, Islam is a notable film directed by Georges Régnier, running about 23 minutes.

What it’s about. "Islam" by Georges Régnier (1949) is a documentary about Islamic art in Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco, and Spain. The documentary received a special mention at the Venice Film Festival in 1949. Georges Régnier, a French documentary filmmaker active in the post-war period, was interested in North African cultures and colonial issues. In this film, he traces the history of Islam and its architectural art across these regions, and describes the expansion of Islam from Arabia to the Maghreb and Andalusia, highlighting mosques, minarets, and palaces such as those in Kairouan, Algiers, and Marrakech, all accompanied by the sounds of the Arabic call to prayer.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Islam sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Islam page.

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Where can I watch Islam (1949)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Islam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Islam worth watching?
Islam holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Islam released?
Islam was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 23 minutes.