Hajjan + Sands of Time: A Talk on Arabian History | Movie Barf Monday
Schedule
Mon, 27 Jan, 2025 at 06:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Edison Filmhub Praha | Prague, PR
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Movie Barf Monday is a film night dedicated to screening English-friendly films in Prague's Edison Filmhub. Every film features an introduction from film presenter Ryan Keating as well as a discussion with a special guest.🐪 Join us for a special screening of the critically-acclaimed film Hajjan, followed by a fun and inspiring talk that explores the rich history of the Nabataean civilisation, presented by the distinguished Czech orientalist, historian, and traveler, Lukáš Kubín.
🎞 About the film
In the Saudi Arabian desert, teenage Matar and his camel Hofira are inseparable. But when his older brother dies, Matar’s only chance of saving Hofira is to become a “hajjan,” or jockey, and join the winner-takes-all world of Bedouin camel racing in this epic and exciting adventure film from director Abu Bakr Shawky (YOMEDDINE).
🗣 Post-screening talk
As we follow the film’s protagonists through their challenges, we’re reminded of the ancient Nabataeans, who thrived in similar conditions. Following the film, join us for a compelling and entertaining lecture by Lukáš Kubín, who will delve deeper into the Nabataean civilisation. Kubín’s studies in Prague, Japan, and the UK, along with his expertise in Islamic Art and Architecture from Oxford University, provide a rich context for understanding the cultural and historical significance of the Nabataeans. Note the talk will be in English.
• Explore their remarkable achievements in trade, architecture, and engineering.
• Uncover lesser-known scandals and stories that shaped their legacy.
• Discover the connections between the film’s themes and the historical realities of the Nabataeans.
🎟️ Tickets on sale now. Hope to see you there for this unique Movie Barf Monday event!
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Where is it happening?
Edison Filmhub Praha, Prague, Czech RepublicEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
