The Forbidden Reel
Originally released in 2020. The Forbidden Reel is a documentary/history film. directed by Ariel Nasr. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ahmed Zahed, Adbul Rasool Khalaqi, and Hamsafar Azam
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 3, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
2h 1m
121 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Ahmed Zahed
as Child Siddiq
Adbul Rasool Khalaqi
as Projectionist
Hamsafar Azam
as Soviet Spy #1
Khaled Aziz
as Soviet Spy #2
Mohamad Yaqood
as Afghan Films President
Farooq Ghulam Baraki
as Taliban #1
Jamil Dakohai
as Taliban #2
Safiulla Sadiqi
as Taliban #3
Zakarya Amin
as Taliban #4
Koko Gul
as Siddiq's Mother
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Loaded Pictures
- ONF | NFB
- TVO
- Al Jazeera English
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Forbidden Reel about?
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 progr...
Who directed The Forbidden Reel?
The Forbidden Reel was directed by Ariel Nasr.
How long is The Forbidden Reel?
The Forbidden Reel has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).
When was The Forbidden Reel released?
The Forbidden Reel was released on March 3, 2020 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Forbidden Reel?
The main cast of The Forbidden Reel includes Ahmed Zahed, Adbul Rasool Khalaqi, Hamsafar Azam, Khaled Aziz, Mohamad Yaqood.