The Chickens
Originally released in 1977. The Chickens is a documentary/drama film. directed by Omar Amiralay. At just 40 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Through mordant social commentary and symbolic irony, Amiralay focuses this film on the chicken farming industry in the rural Syrian village of Sadad. He documents the burdened livelihoods of farmers and the economic policies of the government that encouraged industrial egg productions rather than artisanal trades, a switch that ultimately led to the plight of the Sadad's rural peasant class.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1977
49 years ago
Runtime
0h 40m
40 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Syrian Arab Republic
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- Syrian Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Chickens about?
Through mordant social commentary and symbolic irony, Amiralay focuses this film on the chicken farming industry in the rural Syrian village of Sadad. He documents the burdened livelihoods of farme...
Who directed The Chickens?
The Chickens was directed by Omar Amiralay.
How long is The Chickens?
The Chickens has a runtime of 0 hours and 40 minutes (40 minutes total).
When was The Chickens released?
The Chickens was released on January 2, 1977 in theaters.