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The Sad Dawn

May 11, 1991 1h 5m

Originally released in 1991. The Sad Dawn is a war/drama film. directed by Salah Karam. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Sa'dia Al-Zeidi, Mona Al-Basry, and Hadil Kamel

Synopsis

Amidst the turmoil of the 1991 war, parents faced a harrowing choice: to protect their loved ones from bombs and missiles, they sought refuge in shelters. In Baghdad's Amiriyah shelter, 450 souls found solace, but tragedy struck at dawn when two US missiles, guided by precision, ravaged the sanctuary, leaving devastation in their wake. Desperate families waited outside, their hopes dashed as the reality of war's cruelty unfolded, leaving behind a dawn tainted with sorrow.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 11, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 1h 5m 65 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • ‏شركه الخليج للانتاج السينمائي والتلفزيوني‏

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sad Dawn about?

Amidst the turmoil of the 1991 war, parents faced a harrowing choice: to protect their loved ones from bombs and missiles, they sought refuge in shelters. In Baghdad's Amiriyah shelter, 450 souls f...

Who directed The Sad Dawn?

The Sad Dawn was directed by Salah Karam.

How long is The Sad Dawn?

The Sad Dawn has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).

When was The Sad Dawn released?

The Sad Dawn was released on May 11, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Sad Dawn?

The main cast of The Sad Dawn includes Sa'dia Al-Zeidi, Mona Al-Basry, Hadil Kamel, عبدالصاحب نعمة, Asia Kamal.