Directing
Allaith Hajjo
Born August 21, 1971 · Aleppo, Syria (age 55)
No biography available.
Known For
Windows of the Soul · 2011Windows of the Soul
2011
MovieDocumentary
A documentary film about Syria with its diverse civilizations and history. Where the hero of the film gets lost between his questions about history, culture, and identity, and his attempts to see the story of Syrian history. In the film, the narrator takes us on a journey through Syrian history that diversifies into five basic civilizational shifts, from the agricultural revolution to writing and the emergence of cities to trade until the advent of Christianity and up to the cultural achievement of Islamic civilization.
The Cord · 2018The Cord
2018
MovieDrama
Short feature film produced with the support of the European Union. The film deals with the story of a woman who gives birth to her child in exceptional circumstances where the birth is done with the help of her husband, because there are no other health conditions due to the siege imposed on their neighborhood. All that has performed a clear contrast between death by a sniper’s bullet and the birth of a new child with new hope of life.
The Imam's Message · 2025The Imam's Message
2025
MovieHistory
"The Imam's Message" is a historical film inspired by the series that aired during Ramadan 2023. It chronicles the illustrious life of Imam Muhammad al-Shafi'i, his journey in spreading his knowledge and messages, and the challenges and difficulties he faced. Media Hub - Saadi Gohar has reworked the film with new editing and distinctive cinematic touches to mark the Prophet's birthday, building on the series' tremendous success.
Spotlight · 2001Spotlight
2001
Series
Spotlight, a Syrian social series, presents separate stories in various drama and comedy episodes of public life, and critically sheds light on political differences in Syria. The series has been airing since 2001 and consists of 15 parts
The Wait · 2006The Wait
2006
SeriesDrama
Events of the series take place in a poor neighborhood, shedding light on the lives of its people, especially the life of an illegitimate young man who makes every effort to be helpful to others.
Lost village · 2008Lost village
★ 10.02008
SeriesComedyFamily
Tucked away in the Syrian mountains, the fictional village of Umm al-Tanafs al-Fawqa has been completely bypassed by modern technology — and its simple, warm-hearted residents have no idea what they're missing. Each episode follows their hilarious attempts to navigate life's big and small dramas with nothing but common sense, stubbornness and each other. A gentle, sharp satire that uses village innocence as a mirror for modern society's complications — described by many viewers as the greatest Arab comedy ever made.
Behind Bars · 2005Behind Bars
2005
SeriesDrama
Naji Saeed is a ruthless Damascus businessman who built his empire by climbing over everyone beneath him. When Nader — desperate and naive — walks into his orbit seeking money, he finds there's no clean way back out. A Syrian social drama that traces how class, greed and moral compromise trap people in invisible prisons long before any actual bars appear. Starring Bassam Kousa, Bassem Yakhour and Sulafa Mimar. Directed by Allaith Hajjo.
Naked Souls · 2012Naked Souls
2012
SeriesDrama
A contemporary social series that takes place in Damascus, and deals with the subject of doubt in the human being when some of its constants in life are shaken.
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