The Sky Is Not Always Above movie poster

The Sky Is Not Always Above

May 2, 2006 1h 33m

Originally released in 2006. The Sky Is Not Always Above is a feature film. directed by Mohamed Soueid.

Synopsis

In The Sky Is Not Always Above, Beirut’s southern suburbs, notorious as a staunch Hezbollah stronghold, are at once a high-security zone, a site of exception vis-a-vis the writ of Lebanese government, and a recurring target for the Israeli army’s warplanes. Shot after the devastating Israeli war in July 2006, Soueid unearths the winding paths of the district’s rich and forgotten history. And during the captivating journey, he crafts an understated homage to John Ford.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 2, 2006 19 years ago
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Runtime 1h 33m 93 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sky Is Not Always Above about?

In The Sky Is Not Always Above, Beirut’s southern suburbs, notorious as a staunch Hezbollah stronghold, are at once a high-security zone, a site of exception vis-a-vis the writ of Lebanese govern...

Who directed The Sky Is Not Always Above?

The Sky Is Not Always Above was directed by Mohamed Soueid.

How long is The Sky Is Not Always Above?

The Sky Is Not Always Above has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).

When was The Sky Is Not Always Above released?

The Sky Is Not Always Above was released on May 2, 2006 in theaters.