Date: Saturday, 19 April 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Museum of Islamic Art - Auditorium

Film Screening: The Borrowers

Ajyal Film Club invites you to celebrate the art of storytelling with a screening of ‘The Borrowers’ by Peter Hewitt.

Year: 1997
Film Type: Feature Narrative
Director: Peter Hewitt
Runtime: 87 min
Languages: English with Arabic Subtitles

Synopsis:
The tiny, resourceful Clock family secretly lives within the walls of the Lender household, “borrowing” small items to survive. Their hidden life is disrupted when corrupt lawyer Ocious P. Potter seizes control of the house, intending to demolish it for profit. Teaming up with the Lenders, the Clocks must devise a clever plan to thwart Potter, reclaim the home, and preserve their secret world in this heartwarming tale of resilience and teamwork.

Following the film screening, join us for a thought-provoking Q&A session led by Hilal member Berenice Acloque.

Masterclass: An Immersive Sonic Experience with Falah Hannoun

In this intimate and reflective session, sound artist Falah Hannoun invites participants to explore the often-overlooked language of sound in cinema. Through thoughtful discussion and hands-on exploration, members will uncover the emotional power of sound, learn the basics of its types and functions, and experiment with recording to better understand its presence and impact. A space to listen closely—and see differently.