In a Sudan torn apart by years of war, become immersed in the daily fight of young Sudanese activists, yearning for freedom and reform. Both harrowing and rousing, their fight reminds us of the human ability to find hope in the most oppressive of circumstances. Sudan, Remember Us bears witness to a lost revolution and within it unearths a tribute to the power of creativity as a tool of survival and resistance.

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In this deeply moving documentary, director Hind Meddeb weaves together a patchwork narrative that captures the revolutionary spirit of Sudan's youth in the lead-up to the 2019 uprising that toppled dictator Omar al-Bashir. This generation seeks democracy, rejects oppressive theocracy, and champions feminist resistance with unwavering determination.

What's most compelling is how these young revolutionaries combine political protest with artistic expression - incorporating poetry, spoken word, and visual art into their demonstrations. Through their art, they channel both anger and hope, revealing Sudan's rich intellectual heritage and sophisticated literary traditions that remain largely unknown to Western audiences.

Given Sudan's tragic trajectory to civil war since the revolution, Sudan, Remember Us becomes both a celebration and a sad testament to a pivotal moment when hope seemed within reach. It offers essential viewing for understanding a crisis that has been shamefully overlooked by much of the world, presenting both heartbreak and inspiration in equal measure.

Cast:
Shajane Suliman, Ahmed Muzamil, Maha Elfaki, Khatab Ahmed