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Title The tentmakers of Cairo.

Publication Info. Documentary Educational Resources, 2015.
[San Francisco, California, USA] : Kanopy Streaming, 2017.

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Description 1 online resource (streaming video file) (99 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
Playing Time 013821
Description digital
video file MPEG-4 Flash
Note Title from title frames.
Event Originally produced by Documentary Educational Resources in 2015.
Summary This film offers unprecedented access to a small community of talented craftsmen, known as tentmakers, who practice the uniquely Egyptian art of Khayamiya, or hand stitched applique. In a small covered market, in the heart of Old Islamic Cairo, four tentmakers expertly stitch ornate Islamic designs, as their centuries-old craft collides with a 21st century revolution. Historically, Khayamiya was used to decorate the interiors of tents, and is an important part of Egypt's living heritage that dates back to the time of the Pharaohs. However, in a more modern, tourist-friendly incarnation, today's artisans create wall-hangings and cushion covers. The film provides access to the techniques and practices surrounding this traditional art, as well as its changing audience as the tentmakers travel to the USA and France to showcase their work in quilting exhibitions. Abroad, the tentmakers find new attention and customers, and bemoan the lack of respect for their work in their own country. Spanning three turbulent years, from Egypt's January 2011 revolution ending President Mubarak's 40-year rule to the June 2014 election of Abdel Fatah al Sisi, viewers experience the revolution through the eyes of these Egyptians. With tourism at a standstill, the tentmakers struggle not only to maintain their culture and craft, but also to survive.
System Details Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subject Artisans -- Egypt -- Cairo.
Tents -- Egypt -- Cairo.
Egypt -- Politics and government -- 21st century.
Egypt -- Social conditions -- 21st century.
Genre/Form Documentary films.
Added Author Beamish, Kim, film director.
Documentary Educational Resources (Firm) Distributor.
Kanopy (Firm) Distributor.
Music No. 1243103 Kanopy
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