Sama

SAMA (سما, Arabic VERB: soared, rose, climbed)

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Year: 2024

Country of production: Lebanon

Shooting format: Digital 4k

Aspect ratio: 16:9

Audio format: stereo

Length: 26 min

Languages: Arabic, English

Subtitles: English

Synopsis

In Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, Hiba, a Syrian refugee, and Sabine, a Lebanese local, bond over their love for climbing, despite the growing tensions between their communities. Supported by the Swiss NPO ClimbAid, they face social and personal challenges while striving for independence and becoming leaders. Their shared passion for climbing helps them overcome difficulties and positively influence their community, promoting peace and resilience.

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OFFICIAL SELECTION in 23rd Krakow Mountain Festival 2025

BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT 

Bend Film Festival 2025

BEST MOUNTAIN SHORT FILM

Colonya Palma Muntanya Film Festival 2025

“Grimper, par définition, c’est échapper aux pesanteurs du monde. S’élever au-dessus du magma humain, alléger ses peines. Ce film, particulièrement émouvant, illustre la capacité de l’escalade à offrir une alternative au présent lorsqu’il devient trop écrasant.

Sama souligne à son tour une vertu fondamentale de l’escalade : sa capacité à offrir un peu d’espoir dans un Moyen-Orient qui en manque cruellement.”

— Le choix du festival , Chamonix Film Festival 2025

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