Why?
Originally released in 1982. Why? is a documentary film. directed by Monica Maurer. At just 28 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Shot in Beirut and released during the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982, the film both portrayed the brutality of the siege and the indiscriminate attacks as well as people’s survival. The film is rhythmed by the urgency of sirens, communicating the human toll of the violence to a wider world in an attempt to rally support for the Palestinian revolution. Simultaneously, the film is loaded with the specter of an unclear future, the seeds of a massacre that was yet to come.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Why? about?
Shot in Beirut and released during the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982, the film both portrayed the brutality of the siege and the indiscriminate attacks as well as people’s survival. The fil...
Who directed Why??
Why? was directed by Monica Maurer.
How long is Why??
Why? has a runtime of 0 hours and 28 minutes (28 minutes total).
When was Why? released?
Why? was released on January 1, 1982 in theaters.