I was expecting the father and son to grow together over the course of their journey. I believe that was the intent of the film maker. I kept waiting, but very little true understanding developed between them. They didnt seem to move much further in their relationship than when t... read more
Nicolas Cazale,
Mohammed Majd,
Jacky Nercessian,
Malika Mesrar El Hadaoui,
Gina Ognianova
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A father/son road trip highlights the deep generational and cultural gaps between a modern young Arab preparing for his college entrance exams in France and his devoutly religious father who has deman... read more
DVD Release Date: March 28, 2006
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December 26, 2006
Sweeping, epic, amazing. As pilgrims approach Mecca, it seems like the whole world is heading to the same place. Beautiful movie.
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Dares to confront spiritual hot topics like the collision between Islam and the West ... in a refreshingly balanced, understanding way. Full Review
the film's final scenes in Mecca are truly awe-inspiring Full Review
Explores the experiences of a devout Muslim and his secular adolescent son as they drive through seven countries on the pilgrimage to Mecca. Full Review
Old man good, young man bad -- I get it already! Full Review
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