The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission.
DVD: Sufi Soul: the Mystic Music of Islam, (Reverboat)
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Because Sufism is a peace-loving, music-loving and pluralistic take on Islam, Sufis are often persecuted by Islamic hard-liners.
But director Simon Broughton doesn't dwell on this fact; instead he concentrates on celebrating the brilliance and diversity of Sufi music, and fills his modest but vibrant film with colourful footage taken during his visits to Pakistan, Turkey and Morocco.
Should you wish to become a whirling dervish, the dizziness apparently stops after a couple of months, after which ecstasy will be yours.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments