The Alchemiya Journal

A journal of Muslim film, culture, creativity, art and education

Ramadan Viewing

Our Top Ten Ramadan Picks

Alchemiya picks out a list of 10 must watch Muslim movies and drama series for this Ramadan, 2023.

March 15, 2023

The Hajj Collection

Martin Lings: an Englishman in Mecca

'Circling the House of God' is an amazing documentary interviewing renowned writer and scholar Dr. Martin Lings (1909-2005) about his pilgrimages to Mecca in 1948 and 1976, interspersed with incredible archive material of the Hajj from the early twentieth century.

November 30, 2022

Islamic Art

Monir: reflections and refractions of exile and Islamic art

A beautifully understated documentary film about the life and art of Iranian artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, which explores artistic practice, exile, and discourses around Islamic geometry.

November 28, 2022

International Muslim Film

Ameen: A Muslim Thai action film on fighting human trafficking

'Ameen' is a hard-hitting Thai action-thriller full of high stakes and suspense, as an Imam, a blind boy and a hitman battle against human trafficking of stateless Rohingya on the Thai-Myanmar border.

November 23, 2022

Zaraab

PAKISTANI CINEMA

Zaraab: An Ode to the Journey of Divine Provision

Zaraab is a film which explores poverty, child labour and the everyday love and longing, hopes and difficulties in making a life in the Baloch region of Pakistan.

November 21, 2022

Muslims in America

David: A friendship across religious and political divides

'David' is an original story exploring a friendship between the son of a Palestinian Imam and a Jewish boy in Brooklyn. It highlights similarities between the two communities and questions what divides us on a societal level.

November 16, 2022

Aya and Yusuf

Shows for Muslim Kids

Aya and Yusuf: an animated series for Muslim children

'Aya and Yusuf' is a delightful animated series for Muslim children, which weaves Islamic values seamlessly into meaningful and entertaining stories.

November 14, 2022

Films about Muslim Women

Sisters in Faith: three generations of British Muslim women

The documentary Sisters in Faith is a tribute to three generations of British Muslim women, exploring their past and present, and the promise of a bright future.

November 9, 2022

Muslim History

Harun al-Rashid: Adventure in 8th century Baghdad

'Harun Al-Rashid' is a compelling historical drama series set in eighth century Baghdad, filled with adventure, powerful personalities and succession struggles.

November 7, 2022

PAKISTANI CINEMA

Pakistani film: from village life to urban disconnection

Madinay Wala Jahaaz (The Aeroplane to Madina) is an award-winning Pakistani short film which shows the slow and simple life of the countryside and its collision with the modern urban world when a father and son make the decision to move from their village to the city.

November 2, 2022

Muslim History Films

5 must-watch Turkish historical movies with English subtitles

From the Mongol threat to palace intrigue and modern secular reforms, these Turkish historical movies with English subtitles deliver memorable and moving cinematography.

October 31, 2022

Black History

Five great documentaries for Black History Month

October is Black History Month in the UK, which makes it the perfect time to watch documentaries about the Black Muslim experience.

October 26, 2022

Islamic Architecture

Faith and Filigree: The importance of art in Islam

'Art of Faith: Islam' explores some of the most beautiful and iconic pieces of Islamic architecture from the Great Mosque of Cordoba to the madrasas of Samarkand, visiting architectural masterpieces such as the Dome of the Rock, the Blue Mosque and the Taj Mahal.

October 24, 2022

Global Muslim Culture

Made in Walthamstow, streamed around the world

Department for International Trade recently interviewed Navid Akhtar, CEO and Founder of Alchemiya, about the story behind the company which is becoming known as the ‘Muslim Netflix’.

October 19, 2022

Muslims in America

An Act of Worship: 30 Years of Muslim-American History

An Act of Worship is a ground-breaking documentary recounting thirty years of Muslim-American history through the collective memory of a community.

October 17, 2022

Sufism

Five Sufi films to inspire you

Focusing on dhikr (remembrance of God) and other spiritual and contemplative practices, Sufism aims to purify hearts and bring people closer to God. Here are five inspiring Sufi films from this long-established and widely-practiced spiritual tradition.

October 12, 2022

Muslim History

The Life of the Best of Creation ﷺ

Shaykh Hamza Yusuf discusses the sīrah of the Prophet Muhammad in a series of insightful lectures studying the celebrated poem Qurrat al-Absar by ‘Abd al-‘Aziz al-Lamti.

October 10, 2022

Jalal ad-Din Rumi

Historical Drama Series

The Tale of Rumi: The story that shaped a storyteller

‘Jalal ad-Din Rumi’ is a series based on the life of the famed poet Rumi, set during his childhood in his home city of Balkh. This series follows the young Rumi as he navigates the world around him whilst war and political tensions threaten his idyllic life.

October 5, 2022

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