Chants from a Holy Book (2021): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2021, Chants from a Holy Book is a notable film directed by Cesar Gananian.

What it’s about. In the film’s own words, "the objective is to recreate in five chants the synergy that generates revolutions." In 2018, a wave of protests toppled the political oligarchy that perpetuated power for over a decade in Armenia, in what became known as the Velvet Revolution. Thoughtfully staged and split into separate acts, or "chants," each is a film unto itself—microcosm, self, home, society, and macrocosm. Experimental elements are used to suggest connections through images, while voiceovers and text overlays provide historical and social context to the images.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chants from a Holy Book page.