In the ancient city of Cairo, 110 young students from the Islamic world gather for the world's oldest Koran reciting contest. The film focuses on three talented children, two boys from Senegal and Tajikistan, and a little girl from Maldives, as they compete against older opponents in a thrilling display of Quranic recitation, pronunciation, and memorization. As they navigate the competition, they are also torn between the rigid expectations of fundamentalist Islam and the more moderate views of their own faith.
Koran by Heart
A poignant tale of self-discovery emerges in the vibrant city of Cairo, Egypt, amidst the sacred month of Ramadan, as a group of young Muslim children take part in an annual Quran recitation competition.
