Syria – The sixth, and last season of revolution?
After 24 years under Bashar al-Assad’s authoritarian regime, Syria is finally coming back to life. Yet the country still faces immense challenges. Decades of repression and violence have left deep scars, and a thoroughly corrupt political system must be reinvented while the economy lies in tatters. With over 90% of Syrians living below the poverty line, daily survival remains a pressing issue. 5 Seasons of Revolution offers an intimate look at Syria’s revolution since 2011, shedding light on the political backdrop of a nation that has become a battleground for global powers.
Gerald Staberock
Secretary General of the World Organization Against Torture (OMCT)
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Lina
Director of 5 Seasons of Revolution
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Hasni Abidi
Political scientist, specialist in the MENA region
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The discussion is interpreted in English and French
5 Seasons of Revolution
Lina, a young filmmaker and freelance reporter, dedicates herself to documenting the Syrian revolution. To evade the regime’s surveillance, she operates under numerous aliases—known at different times as Lina, Maya, Layla, or Lama. Travelling from Damascus to Aleppo, and passing through Homs, she captures footage of the uprising and the subsequent brutal crackdown. Through covertly recorded video and testimony, she recounts the personal stories of her group of friends, each one fighting for their freedom and for their country’s autonomy. Over these five seasons of revolution, her loved ones are arrested or targeted by Bashar al-Assad’s government. Despite the increasing risks, Lina continues to place herself on the front lines to expose the regime’s brutality.
⚠︎ This film contains distressing stories that may offend the sensibilities of viewers.
Piraya Films AS
Docmakers
Lina
Barbara Toennieshen
Franco Van Der Linde
