Safar Barlek movie poster

Safar Barlek

January 1, 1967 1h 55m 8.3/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 1967. Safar Barlek is a drama/music film. directed by Henry Barakat.

Starring Fairuz, Ihsan Sadek, and Salwa Haddad

Synopsis

The film is set around 1914 when Lebanon was under the Ottoman Empire rule. The empire enslaved men to work for free. Abdou goes to get Adla the engagement ring but he's arrested with others and are taken to cut lumber. Meanwhile the Ottomans prevent the wheat from arriving to certain villages because they want to defuse the ongoing resistance operations led by Abou Ahmed. Adla travels to where some say Abdou is held prisoner and she meets with Abou Ahmed. She along other villagers start helping the resistance get the wheat to the people. When they accomplish their mission, Abou Ahmed, freed Abdou and others escape because now they're wanted, but on a promise to return and to continue fighting.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1967 59 years ago
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Runtime 1h 55m 115 minutes total
User Rating 8.3/10 Excellent (7 votes)
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Language AR Original language
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Country Lebanon Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
AR

Production Companies

  • Phenicia Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Safar Barlek about?

The film is set around 1914 when Lebanon was under the Ottoman Empire rule. The empire enslaved men to work for free. Abdou goes to get Adla the engagement ring but he's arrested with others and ar...

Who directed Safar Barlek?

Safar Barlek was directed by Henry Barakat.

How long is Safar Barlek?

Safar Barlek has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).

When was Safar Barlek released?

Safar Barlek was released on January 1, 1967 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Safar Barlek?

The main cast of Safar Barlek includes Fairuz, Ihsan Sadek, Salwa Haddad, Rafiq Subaie, Berj Fazalian.