Henry Barakat: Safar Barlik / A movie tip
Saturday, 16. August 2008, 02:25:13
"Safar Barlik" / "The Exile"
by Henry Barakat
with Fairuz
...
Lyrics and Musical Score: Rahbani Brothers
Lebanon 1967
Plot
The events of this film take place in Lebanon at a time prior to the First World War when most of the Arab countries were under the domination of the Ottoman Empire. These were very difficult days for the local population who had to endure injustice and cruelty, their crops were confiscated to feed the army and young men were recruited by force into the invaders' army.
If they tried to avoid this and were caught they were sent into exile, hence the title of the film. The fight against oppression is fully illustrated in the film and told in the songs and music. | © from the book "Fairouz - Legend and Legacy" by Kamal Boullata and Sargon Boulos
The beginning of "Safar Barlik" / "The Exile"
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andreu # 16. August 2008, 12:12
Sorry, but I don't understand Arabic language. But - I think, it's at love and war of freedom in Lebanon...
yooperprof # 16. August 2008, 13:37
E. Driver # 9. September 2008, 20:07
I came across this movie because it features the great Lebanese singer Fairuz. There's a lot of music in the movie and I think it's worth seeing it. The whole movie can be watched on YouTube as well.
Both of you have a good time
Elmar