The Forbidden Reel
According to the official history of Afghanistan, ruthless destruction has always prevailed over art and creation; but there is another tale to be told, the forgotten account of a diverse and progressive country, seen through the lens of innovative filmmakers, a story that survives thanks to a few brave Afghans, a small but very passionate group that secretly fought to save a huge film archive that was constantly menaced by war and religious fanaticism.
- Overview
- Cast
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The Forbidden Reel
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Mar 3, 2020
Runtime
2h 1m
Genres
Documentary, History
User Score
80%
Original Title
The Forbidden Reel
Production Companies
Loaded Pictures, ONF | NFB, TVO, Al Jazeera English
Director
Ariel Nasr
Description
According to the official history of Afghanistan, ruthless destruction has always prevailed over art and creation; but there is another tale to be told, the forgotten account of a diverse and progressive country, seen through the lens of innovative filmmakers, a story that survives thanks to a few brave Afghans, a small but very passionate group that secretly fought to save a huge film archive that was constantly menaced by war and religious fanaticism.