Date: Saturday, 25 January 2025
Time: 4 pm – 7 pm
Location: Auditorium – Museum of Islamic Art

Film Screening: ‘A Boat in the Garden’

Join us for an immersive film experience as Ajyal Film Club presents a screening of ‘A Boat in the Garden’ by Jean-François Laguionie.

Year: 2024
Film Type: Feature Animation
Directors: Jean-François Laguionie
Runtime: 76 min
Language: French with English and Arabic Subtitles

Synopsis:
François, a daydreaming child of boundless imagination, has his life changed when his father decides to start building a boat in the garden. Thus begins the family’s grand odyssey, a collective venture to construct a boat that would carry them away—somewhere between reality and reverie.

Following the film screening, Bader Juror Nada El Ali will moderate an engaging Q&A session.

Masterclass: Become a Global Citizen through Film

Led by Youth Programme Specialist Aya Al-Blouchi, this workshop offers a powerful exploration of global citizenship through the lens of film. Participants will engage in thoughtful discussions and reflective questions, uncovering why understanding the world is vital, how films build cultural bridges, and what to look for as discerning viewers.

Through this journey, participants will discover how cinema shapes our views, connects us to diverse perspectives, and fosters meaningful dialogue. The workshop also highlights how the Ajyal Film Club empowers young voices to inspire change and make a positive impact on our shared world.