Islam

This documentary examines the development of Islamic architectural art and the spread of the religion from Arabia into Andalusia and the Maghreb. The film focuses on various palaces, minarets, and mosques located in Spain, Morocco, Tunisia, and Algeria, featuring specific sites in Algiers, Marrakech, and Kairouan. The visual exploration of these regions is accompanied by the audio of the Arabic call to prayer.

The film was directed and written by Georges Régnier, a French documentarian active after World War II who focused on colonial topics and the cultures of North Africa. Produced by Les Films J.K. Raymond Millet, the project was a joint production involving France, Morocco, and Algeria. Upon its release in 1949, the film was recognized at the Venice Film Festival, where it earned a special mention. It has a total runtime of 23 minutes.