The popular perception of Muslim rule in Spain is largely inaccurate. The 8th century Muslim invasion of the Iberian Peninsula was initially welcomed, bringing advanced technology, agriculture, and construction innovations that revitalized the area. However, the region's fragmentation in the 11th century led to a Christian invasion and Islamic fundamentalist resistance, ultimately resulting in a devastating civil war marked by corruption, destruction, and exile.
When the Moors Ruled in Europe
The film offers a fresh perspective on the Muslim conquest of Spain in the 11th century, challenging the traditional view that the local population fiercely resisted the invasion by suggesting that they instead largely accepted the newcomers.
