The Desert Ark
Originally released in 1998. The Desert Ark is a drama film. directed by Mohamed Chouikh. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Myriam Aouffen, Abdelkader Belmokadem, and Hacen Abdou
Synopsis
The Desert Ark (L'Arche du Desert), a variation on Romeo and Juliet set in the Algerian desert. A young couple must face inevitable conflict when their rival families discover their secret love. Taking refuge in a cave, they listen to the sounds of a senseless campaign of violence and murder, which is the culmination of the extremism that has long divided their two communities. Nominated for the Golden Leopard at the 1997 Locarno Film Festival.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 28, 1998
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Algeria
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- CNC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Desert Ark about?
The Desert Ark (L'Arche du Desert), a variation on Romeo and Juliet set in the Algerian desert. A young couple must face inevitable conflict when their rival families discover their secret love. Ta...
Who directed The Desert Ark?
The Desert Ark was directed by Mohamed Chouikh.
How long is The Desert Ark?
The Desert Ark has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Desert Ark released?
The Desert Ark was released on January 28, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Desert Ark?
The main cast of The Desert Ark includes Myriam Aouffen, Abdelkader Belmokadem, Hacen Abdou, Hassan Kachach, Messaouda Adami.