Hiding Saddam Hussein
Released 2 years ago in 2024. Hiding Saddam Hussein is a documentary film. directed by Halkawt Mustafa.
Synopsis
The footage of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein crawling out of a hole in the ground in 2003 is iconic. Now, 20 years later, the man who dug that hole tells the fantastical story of how he, an ordinary farmer, hid the deposed president beneath a flowerbed in his garden for eight months. On camera, he talks about the day his house was selected as a hideaway for this wanted man, hunted by 150,000 US soldiers. The Iraqi farmer had no choice but to assume the role of presidential hairdresser, physician and bodyguard—and something akin to a friendship seems to have grown between them as they ate together and helped wash each other’s backs.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 6, 2024
1 year ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Iraq
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- Hene Films AS
- Rudaw Media
- TV2 Nord (DK)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hiding Saddam Hussein about?
The footage of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein crawling out of a hole in the ground in 2003 is iconic. Now, 20 years later, the man who dug that hole tells the fantastical story of how he, an ordinar...
Who directed Hiding Saddam Hussein?
Hiding Saddam Hussein was directed by Halkawt Mustafa.
How long is Hiding Saddam Hussein?
Hiding Saddam Hussein has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Hiding Saddam Hussein released?
Hiding Saddam Hussein was released on November 6, 2024 in theaters.