An Islamic Conscience: The Aga Khan and the Ismailis
Synopsis
His Highness the Aga Khan is the spiritual leader of Ismaili Muslims, a Shia sect with 15 million followers around the world. At a time when Islam is at odds with itself and with the West, the Aga Khan represents a voice of moderation, speaking out for pluralism and diversity, and promoting dialogue between civilizations. But will he be heard?
Details
- Year
- 2010
- Type of project
- Features
- Running time
- 61 mins
- Format
- DVCam
- Director
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William Cran, Jane Chablani, Shamir Allibhai
- Producer
- Clive Syddal, Andrea Nemtin, Bill Nemtin
- Editor
- Edward Radford, Trevor Aikman
- Screenwriter
- William Cran
- Principal cast
- His Highness the Aga Khan
Categories
Production Status
Production Company
Big Dreams Productions Ltd
42 Thetford HouseLondon SE1 3PE
UK
T +44 (0)7980 744 504
Sales Company
Big Dreams Productions Ltd
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UK
T +44 (0)7980 744 504
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