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Al-lajat
Al-lajat

AL-LAJAT

Directed by Riyad Shayya
Syrian Arab Republic, 1995
Drama

Synopsis

An orphaned girl who begs the moon to bring her happiness; a young teacher finds a long yearned-for embrace in her companionship; and an old aunt, burdened by her own tragic story, fears that her loved ones may have to relive it.

Synopsis

An orphaned girl who begs the moon to bring her happiness; a young teacher finds a long yearned-for embrace in her companionship; and an old aunt, burdened by her own tragic story, fears that her loved ones may have to relive it.