Arab Camera
A documentary charting the last 20 years of Arab cinema (1967-1987).
1987 · 1h 5m · N/A
Documentary
Directed by
Férid Boughedir
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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