This visual musical piece delves into the deep-seated issue of discrimination and the rejection of those deemed “different” by society. It sheds light on how we, as individuals and communities, often shy away from those who don’t fit into our preconceived norms, whether because of their appearance, background, or beliefs. The video highlights how this “othering” creates divisions that are painful and unjust, encouraging us to reflect on our own biases and the way we treat those who don’t fit our idea of ‘normal.’

Avoiding or refusing to engage with people who are different inevitably leads to deep psychological harm. When we continuously reject or ignore someone because they don’t fit our standards of normality, we reinforce their sense of existential abnormality making them feel like their very existence is somehow wrong or unacceptable. This can create immense emotional suffering, driving some individuals into dark places where they may feel the burden of being “different” is theirs alone to bear. In extreme cases, this isolation and rejection can lead to tragic outcomes, like suicide.

The visuals are taken from the powerful and heartfelt film Yomeddine, which tells the story of Beshay, a middle-aged man suffering from leprosy, who has spent most of his life in the leper colony of Abu Zaabal in Qalyubia. Through Beshay’s journey, the film paints a raw and moving picture of societal rejection and discrimination against those who are perceived as different. Despite the rejection he faces, Beshay embarks on an emotional and physical journey, accompanied by his Nubian friend Obama and a loyal donkey, as they travel across Egypt in search of the family who abandoned him as a child.

This video stands as a tribute to those who, like Beshay, fight to reclaim their humanity and dignity in a world that too often refuses to see them. It speaks not only to the struggles of individuals with visible differences but also to anyone who has ever felt outcast or marginalized.