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Journey to Mecca in the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta

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A 21-year-old law student makes the journey to Mecca from Tangiers in 1325.

Critics Reviews

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Derek Malcolm London Evening Standard Jun 18, 2010
2/5
Only the splendid visuals offer much that is fresh. Go to Full Review Peter Bradshaw Guardian Jun 17, 2010
3/5
It mixes historic reconstruction with modern footage, and it could be a little cheesy were it not for the spectacular images of Mount Arafat covered with white-clad pilgrims... Go to Full Review Michael O'Sullivan Washington Post Jan 15, 2010
2.5/4
While there's stunning scenery in the movie, it's mostly a backdrop to a narrative that's more about spirit than spectacle. In this case, the subject of the film is something that can't be captured on any size screen. Go to Full Review Jeanne Kaplan Kaplan vs. Kaplan Aug 21, 2010
As far as promoting a better understanding of the religion of Islam to the Western world, I think "Journey to Mecca" has provided a valiant beginning. Go to Full Review David Kaplan Kaplan vs. Kaplan Aug 21, 2010
While "Journey to Mecca" was filmed specifically for exhibition in Imax theaters, it is not quite the visual treat that other Imax films have been. Still, it is the true, inspiring story ----- Go to Full Review Tom Dawson Total Film Jun 17, 2010
3/5
The storytelling may be pedestrian, but the swooping aerial images of the massed pilgrims journeying on camels and circling the Kabba are wondrous to behold. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Apr 7, 2013 Disappointingly short and not an in-depth cinematic depiction of Ibn Battuta's journey, but Muslims should find the film touching as they discover the life-and-death situations that Hajj pilgrims used to face. See more Feb 24, 2012 Journey to Mecca is an awe-inspiring documentary about one traveller's pilgrimage to Mecca. The scenery is absolutely stunning and fills the heart with a yearning for the Ka'aba. A must for all people exploring religions and for seekers of spirituality. Highly highly recommended. See more Aug 29, 2011 Journey to Mecca is a beautiful documentary about the Hajj -- the pilgrimage to Mecca that all Muslims hope to make at least once in their lifetime. Beautiful visuals of the desert. See more Apr 1, 2011 Amazing!!! I cried when I watched this movie. And my next plan is.. I wanna go to Mecca!!! See more Nov 11, 2010 The movie is fine and shows the places that many people won't see in their lifetime. But it does not give very much details. It is somewhat like BBC series for kids. See more Oct 3, 2010 Ubbelievably innacccurate historically, patronising, poorly acted and does not match Carry On Cleo for humour! See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Bruce Neibaur

Director

Chems-Eddine Zinoune

Ibn Battutah

Hassam Ghancy

Highwayman

Nadim Sawalha

Ibn Mustapha

Dominic Cunningham-Reid

Producer

Taran Davies

Producer

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Movie Info

Synopsis A 21-year-old law student makes the journey to Mecca from Tangiers in 1325.
Director
Bruce Neibaur
Producer
Dominic Cunningham-Reid, Taran Davies, Jonathan Barker
Screenwriter
Bruce Neibaur, Tahir Shah
Distributor
SK Films
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 7, 2009, Original
Release Date (DVD)
Mar 25, 2015
Runtime
40m
Aspect Ratio
IMAX (1.43:1)
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