Press & Reviews

Selected articles, interviews, and critical acclaim.

ALECSO (Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization)2024

Translator Profile & Translated Works

"Official record of translated works and professional profile in the ALECSO database, highlighting contributions to cross-cultural literature and knowledge exchange."

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Orient NewsFebruary 2013

The Free Blood: A New Documentary on Syrian Refugee Suffering

"Interview discussing the documentary 'The Free Blood', which chronicles the daily struggles and resilience of Syrian families in exile."

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YouTube / El Sawy Culturewheel2012

Photography Exhibition in Cairo: Supporting the Revolution

"Coverage of Alaa Chnana's photography exhibition in Cairo, supporting the Syrian revolution and calling for the fall of the regime."

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El Día de CórdobaAugust 2017

Exposición 'Refugio' en la Diputación

"The Palacio de la Merced hosts 'Refuge', an exhibition by Alaa Chnana featuring 18 light-box photographs and a video, bringing the reality of Syrian refugee children closer to the public."

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YouTubeFebruary 2016

Presentation of 'Eyes of Syria' Exhibition

"Presentation of the photographic exhibition 'Eyes of Syria' in the Parliament of the Province of Cordoba, Spain."

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Catálogo Bienal de Fotografía de Córdoba 2017June 2017

Refugio. Los ojos de Siria

"Featured in the official catalog of the 2017 Córdoba Photography Biennial. 'Refugio' presents a poignant look at the Syrian crisis through the eyes of its most vulnerable victims."

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Córdoba HoyJune 2017

Mural at 'Mateo Inurria' Art School Reflects Arab World and Interculturality

"A mural created by students of the 'Mateo Inurria' Art School, based on a photograph by Alaa Chnana, reflects on the Arab world and intercultural dialogue."

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Al-Awan (Translation from El País)December 2013

Muammar Gaddafi: The Tyrant Who Bought...

"Translation of an article from El País discussing the legacy and actions of Muammar Gaddafi."

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OkazAugust 2015

Open Veins of Latin America (Translation)

"Translation of an excerpt from Eduardo Galeano's 'Open Veins of Latin America', discussing the historical exploitation of the region."

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Festival ReviewsDecember 2016

Film Review: NO SIGNAL (Spain) Experimental Documentary

"A riveting, stylized look at the crisis of war in Syria. 'No Signal' highlights the raw, gritty ravages of war and the pain engraved upon the memories of the people it affects."

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Casa ÁrabeNovember 2018

Voices of the World, Voices of Cordoba

"Exhibition titled 'Refuge' by Alaa Chnana, hosted at Casa Árabe to raise awareness about the situation of Syrian refugee children."

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Alef TodayJanuary 2012

Maalouf and Nostalgia for the Future (Translation)

"Translation of an interview with Amin Maalouf for El País, discussing identity, coexistence, and the complexities of belonging to multiple cultures."

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El Rectángulo en la ManoMay 2017

XV Córdoba International Biennial of Photography: Reflections on a Historic Success

"Coverage of the XV Córdoba International Biennial of Photography, highlighting the 'Refuge' exhibition by Alaa Chnana and its impact on raising awareness about the Syrian crisis."

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