For Sama
In a time of conflict and darkness in her home in Aleppo, Syria, one young woman kept her camera rolling — while falling in love, getting married, having a baby and saying goodbye as her city crumbled. The award-winning documentary unfolds as a love letter from filmmaker and young mother Waad al-Kateab to her daughter — Sama.
Previews + Extras
"For Sama" - Trailer
S2019 E19 - 2m 17s
Filmmaker Waad al-Kateab filmed her life in the rebel-held Syrian city of Aleppo over five years. She fell in love, got married and had a daughter all while filming the violence raging around her — and in particular, documenting the unique challenges the Syrian conflict imposed on women and children.
Similar Shows

Retro Report on PBS
News and Public Affairs

Washington Week
News and Public Affairs

In Principle
News and Public Affairs

Seats at the Table
News and Public Affairs

Peabody Presents Best in Documentary
News and Public Affairs

Adventures in Learning
News and Public Affairs

Take on Fake
News and Public Affairs

Making It In America
News and Public Affairs

Opioids and First Responders: Answering the Call
News and Public Affairs

Viral: Antisemitism in Four Mutations
News and Public Affairs
WETA Passport
Stream tens of thousands of hours of your PBS and local favorites with WETA Passport whenever and wherever you want. Catch up on a single episode or binge-watch full seasons before they air on TV.