Sufi Soul: The Mystic Music of Islam
2005·Movie·48m
Documentary
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Historian William Dalrymple journeys to Morocco, Turkey, Syria and Pakistan to explore whirling dervishes, Qawwali singing and other forms of music sacred in Sufism, the branch of Islam that emphasizes music as a mystical route to the holy. Capturing performances of renowned Muslim musicians such as Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Sain Zahoor, the film reveals that at the heart of Sufism lies a dedication to tolerance and pluralism.
- Directed by
- Simon Broughton
- Original language
- English
- Released
- 6 November 2005
Where to Watch
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Cast
- WD
William Dalrymple
Abida Parveen
Herself - Singer