Of Fathers and Sons (2017)
Talal Derki immerses himself in his homeland, earning the trust of a radical Islamist family over a two-year period. Through his lens, he captures the lives of Osama and his younger brother Ayman, offering a rare glimpse into their upbringing within an Islamic Caliphate. This intimate portrayal reveals the complexities of childhood shaped by extremist beliefs, allowing viewers to understand the environment that molds their worldview. Derki's work is both poignant and unsettling, shedding light on the human experience within a conflict-ridden society.
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