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Narrative-driven video, reflection and opinion from the Middle East, North Africa and beyond.
The Bedouin of Wadi Rum
Three Bedouin of Jordan’s Wadi Rum talk about the lifestyle they’ve chosen to live, their perceptions of modern society, and the beauty of desert-dwelling. With over 56k views, this film has quickly become a favorite among our followers.
Women In Art :: Fanan Al Shalabi
In Episode 1 Fanan Al Shalabi, an Iraqi-Jordanian theater director and play-write, shares with you about her refusal to conform , the challenges she’s overcome, and the day that made her feel that she was doing something that really mattered.
StreetOP :: Lebanon’s #YouReek Protest
Jaha Media goes to Lebanon’s #YouReek protest to see why so many Lebanese are fed up…
Hayatti::My Life - Elias Rahbani
In Episode 7, legendary Lebanese composer and comedian Elias Rahbani tells a funny story about the time he, his brother’s, and music icon Fairuz traveled to Brazil...
Women In Art :: Inside Wedad’s Paintings
Jaha Media’s video series "Women In Art (Jordan)” introduces you to the narratives of women in Jordan who are either establishing themselves as professional artists or are pursuing their dream to become one. In Episode 2, you are introduced to former lawyer turned painter and actress, Wedad Al Nasser, who explains how race, alienation, and her search for meaning and identity has influenced her work.
Hayatti :: My Life - Life Through The Eyes Of A Palestinian Farmer
In Episode 12, A Palestinian farmer explains how to develop better understanding between the western and Arab world, why farming under occupation is difficult, and about the place that makes him feel like a king.
