Arab Camera (1987)

01/02/1987 (TN) • 1h 5m

Documentary

A documentary charting the last 20 years of Arab cinema (1967-1987).

Overview

Focusing on key Arab films produced in the last 20 years. Férid Boughedir traces the development of the film-makers' concern to produce more socially aware cinema. Themes include the issue of Palestinian homeland rights and the nature of Arab identity. The film-makers also share a desire to develop a strong poetic tradition.


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Status

Released

Original Language

Arabic

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

arab

orientalism

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