Companions of the White Arc
Fall Grants 2020 - Production Stage
Elia Youssef, Mohammed Al Thani / Feature Documentary / Qatar, Jordan, Lebanon, Romania, Norway / Original Language: Arabic, English / Interests: Docufiction, Sports, Adventure, Nature
Synopsis
This film follows the journey of Moe Al Thani on his quest to climb Carstensz Pyramid, the final summit in his historic Undisputed 9. Closed for years due to conflict, the mountain symbolizes both a challenging obstacle and a deeply personal test of will. The documentary weaves together a story of perseverance, the thrill of exploration, and the pursuit of personal triumph, all set against rare, hidden places and the rich culture of the region. As Moe ascends, his journey evolves into a powerful metaphor for overcoming both personal and global challenges, leaving a lasting message to protect what truly matters.
Credits
- Director
- Elia Youssef, Mohammed Al Thani
- Screenwriter
- Elia Youssef
- Producer
- Ghouna Jaber
About the Director
Elia Youssef is a multi-award-winning, Lebanese filmmaker that strives to create groundbreaking documentaries which push through cultural boundaries. This mindset continues to fuel his desire to create thought-provoking work that touches the soul of humanity. Elia is a firm believer in the resurgence of nonfiction storytelling. He utilizes all the available tools of his trade to convey to audiences that truth is often stranger and more entertaining than fiction. This is very evident in his 2016 documentary film, ‘The Seventh Summit’, which won Elia numerous awards and international recognition.
Moe Al Thani is a Qatari entrepreneur / mountaineer / philanthropist / photographer / sportsman and co-founder of the travel portal Musafir.com, who set himself a dedicated mission to push his limits by scaling the Seven Highest Summits of the Seven Continents of the World.