Facing Mecca (2017): Cast
Facing Mecca is a 2017 short drama directed by Jan-Eric Mack, starring Peter Freiburghaus as Roli, Jay Abdo and Ruth Schwegler. It runs 25 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 25 min
- Director
- Jan-Eric Mack
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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German - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Facing Mecca About?
The premise of Facing Mecca without spoilers.
When a Syrian refugee is faced with the burial of his wife, elderly pensioner Roli unexpectedly offers his help. Together, they navigate the complexities of Swiss bureaucracy, encountering unexpected challenges and finding simple solutions along the way. Their unlikely partnership explores themes of faith, cultural differences, and the kindness of strangers in a foreign land.
Facing Mecca Cast & Characters
Peter Freiburghaus leads the cast as Roli, with Jay Abdo as Fareed and Ruth Schwegler as Doris. Directed by Jan-Eric Mack; 16 actors are credited in all.
- Director Jan-Eric Mack
- Peter Freiburghaus as Roli
- Jay Abdo as Fareed
- Ruth Schwegler as Doris
- Rahel Hubacher as Cashier
Also Starring in Facing Mecca
· 12 more- Nicolas Rosat Thomas Künzli
- Irene Eichenberger Municipal Council
- Sarah Bürge Municipal Council
- Ali Al-Fatlawi Translator
- Rolf Brügger Municipal Council
- Enver Fazliji Islamic Mortician
- Saya Ibrahim Israa
- Merav Ibrahim Yara
- Nina Iseli Municipal Council
- Christoph Lanz Geomatician
- Maria Kaur Bedi Lady at the Counter
- Erich Zbinden Municipal Council
Facing Mecca Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Veidu į Meką” and “عالقبلة”.
- Also known as
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- Veidu į Meką
- عالقبلة
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Facing Mecca FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Facing Mecca, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Facing Mecca?
Facing Mecca runs 25 minutes.
When was Facing Mecca released?
Facing Mecca was released on June 21, 2017.
Who directed Facing Mecca?
Facing Mecca was directed by Jan-Eric Mack.
Who is in the cast of Facing Mecca?
Facing Mecca stars Peter Freiburghaus as Roli, Jay Abdo as Fareed and Ruth Schwegler as Doris, among 16 credited actors.
Does Facing Mecca have a post-credit scene?
No. Facing Mecca has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Facing Mecca in?
The original language of Facing Mecca is German.
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