We follow some of the most influential artists in Arab underground culture from 2009 to 2013 – their work, dreams and fears in a time of great change for Arab societies. In a region full of tension, Arab artists in the Middle East have struggled for years to express themselves freely and to promote more liberal attitudes. During the Arab Spring they had high hopes for the future, took part in the protests. However, after years of turmoil and instability, they now have to challenge both old and new problems, being torn between feelings of disillusion and a vague hope for a better future.