The Giant Buddhas (2005)

08/05/2005 (CH) • Documentary • 1h 35m

Overview

Christian Frei's documentary traces the tragic tale of the giant Buddhas of Afghanistan's Bamiyan Valley, which stood as monumental landmarks for 1,500 years until 2001, when the Taliban declared that all non-Islamic statues in the country be destroyed. Despite international protest, the statues were blown up. Through interwoven narratives from past and present, Frei's film sheds light on the disturbing consequences of religious fanaticism.

The Giant Buddhas (2005)

08/05/2005 (CH) • 1h 35m

Documentary

Overview

Christian Frei's documentary traces the tragic tale of the giant Buddhas of Afghanistan's Bamiyan Valley, which stood as monumental landmarks for 1,500 years until 2001, when the Taliban declared that all non-Islamic statues in the country be destroyed. Despite international protest, the statues were blown up. Through interwoven narratives from past and present, Frei's film sheds light on the disturbing consequences of religious fanaticism.

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Sayeed Mirza Hussain

Zémaryalaï Tarzi

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Status

Released

Original Language

Arabic

Budget

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Revenue

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