The story takes place in post-revolution Libya. It is a documentary on a country’s rebuilding from scratch after a major event such as a revolution, as seen and experienced by the people. The film’s main character is Yusef; a young man who lives in Benghazi and took part in the revolution. Yusef, aka Swat, as he is commonly known, is Libya’s most famous rapper. He wrote the revolution’s songs, his fame has been spread to all Arabian countries, and he was recently invited to an international festival in Brazil as representative of Arabian hip hop.

Yusef is a typical example of a young person of his time, and at the same time a faithful Muslim, not a religious zealot but rather an Islamic tradition keeper in everyday life. Through Yusef’s eyes we try to unfold young Libyans’ vision for their country after Gaddafi. The camera follows him everywhere in his everyday life; with his family and friends, to the studio where he sings, to his walks where he tells us the story of his life, particularly after the revolution. It also records his talks with young people on everyday matters, social issues, and politics. Through his and their eyes, the documentary tries to unfold young Libyans’ vision for their country after Gaddafi.

Yusef’s talks and walks are accompanied by his music, an excellent piece of Arabian rap which adds beat and vigor to our story. The documentary includes interviews and talks with several other people, typical parts of the Libyan society; former guerillas, workers, businessmen, politicians, political prisoners, journalists, artists, relating to the issues the story’s main character raises. Filming took place in Misrata, Tripoli and Benghazi. Visit the website of the film.