POV - Season 25 - Eps 5: The Light in Her Eyes
Houda al-Habash, a conservative Muslim preacher, founded a Qur’an school for girls in Damascus, Syria, 30 years ago. Every summer, her students immerse themselves in a rigorous study of Islam. A surprising cultural shift is underway - women are claiming space within the mosque. Shot right before the uprising in Syria erupted, 'The Light in Her Eyes' offers an extraordinary portrait of a leader.
About POV
Title: POV
First Air Date: 1988-07-05
Last Air Date: 2024-12-30
Status: Returning Series
Rating: 6.9/10 (from 11 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 39
Total Episodes: 501
Network: PBS
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Unknown
Synopsis
Since its 1988 premiere, this critically acclaimed documentary series has presented hundreds of films that put a human face on contemporary social issues by relating a compelling story in an intimate fashion. "POV" has won virtually every major film and broadcasting award available, including 38 Emmys, 22 Peabody Awards and three Oscars.
