william-l-fletcher Review of Inside Mecca

Inside Mecca (2003 TV Movie)

Inside Mecca by Yasir Ahmad-A accurate documentation of the Hajj

[10/10 · 1 June 2013]

National Graphic's, "Inside Mecca" makes use of unique access to Islam's holiest city to follow three different Muslims of very different backgrounds as they go though a five-day quest for salvation. "Inside Mecca" is able to capture the spiritual look, and claustrophobic feel most experience during their pilgrimage. Through three different viewpoints and the experiences of the participants, the viewer follows not only their physical journey, but also their spiritual one. One of the five pillars of Islam, the hajj is required of all who can manage it. Each year, Muslims from all over the world travel to Mecca to praise and give thanks to God, to ask pardon for their sins and to renew their spiritual commitment through rituals. This well made film gives a glimpse of a place most will never see or understand. I found this film accurate, and informative.