This is more than a hike . . . it’s a reminder that land has the power to restore us—to bring us back to our roots, our people, and our purpose.

In SEEKING JUDHURI, Ahmed returns to the mountains of Lebanon with his father, retracing the paths of his childhood to confront a legacy of displacement, family trauma, and cultural distance. What begins as a physical journey becomes a profound act of healing across generations.

Their route follows the Lebanon Mountain Trail, a 600-kilometer journey climbing and descending a staggering 72,000 vertical feet across Lebanon’s mountains, weaving through more than 75 towns and villages. But this trail is more than geography—it’s a bridge between past and present, memory and identity.

Lebanon’s wild landscapes—its cedar groves, high ridgelines, and centuries-old trails—don’t just surround the story; they shape it. The land is more than a backdrop; it’s integral to our identity, holding the wisdom of who we are and who we can become.

In Lebanon and beyond, the landscapes we call home are increasingly under threat. SEEKING JUDHURI speaks directly to why we build broad coalitions—not just to protect land for conservation, but to preserve the culture, identity, and healing it sustains.

Through Ahmed’s journey, we witness how belonging is rooted in place and strengthened through collective action.

Filmed before Lebanon’s most recent wave of crisis, the story still rings true today: the land endures…so do the people.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ahmed Hijazi for generously sharing his deeply personal journey with us, and to the incredible people of Lebanon—particularly the communities along the Lebanon Mountain Trail who warmly welcomed, housed, and nourished Ahmed along his path.

Our sincere appreciation goes to Charbel Sattouf (@charbelsatouf) and all the dedicated guides whose exceptional skill, profound knowledge, and community leadership made Ahmed’s journey possible.

Lastly, a very special thanks to Whit Hassett, whose tireless commitment to this project—from teaching Ahmed camera work, to traveling to Lebanon, and the countless hours spent in post-production—made SEEKING JUDHURI what it is today.