''Inside Mecca'' is a 2003
National Geographic documentary film by
Anisa Mehdi that offers an intimate documentation of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Aside from providing insight regarding the universal principles of Islam, this production emphasizes the historical significance of Mecca to both the Muslim and non-Muslim population. Often constituting a journey of epic proportions, it follows several pilgrims throughout their trip, and highlight their physical and mental preparation, the strain induced by the journey itself, and the spiritual ecstasy experienced upon arrival. The film is narrated by American voice actor
Keith David
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Home media
After the
National Geographic Channel
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broadcast, the documentary was released on DVD and Blu-ray.
See also
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List of Islamic films
References
External links
About Inside Mecca Show : National Geographic Channel - Middle East
2003 documentary films
2003 films
National Geographic (American TV channel) original programming
Documentary films about Islam
Hajj
2003 in Islam
Films set in Saudi Arabia
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