The Forbidden Reel

synopsis

A compelling portrait of an unknown Afghanistan emerges from the story of a heroic group of filmmakers who risked their lives to get the shot. With unprecedented access to Afghanistan's national film archive, and 16 mm recreations shot in Afghanistan, The Forbidden Reel reveals a fresh perspective on the Cold War and the rise of Islamic extremism.

details

Documentary
1 hr. 59 min.

director

Ariel Nasr

writer

Ariel Nasr

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synopsis

A compelling portrait of an unknown Afghanistan emerges from the story of a heroic group of filmmakers who risked their lives to get the shot. With unprecedented access to Afghanistan's national film archive, and 16 mm recreations shot in Afghanistan, The Forbidden Reel reveals a fresh perspective on the Cold War and the rise of Islamic extremism.

details

Documentary
1 hr. 59 min.

director

Ariel Nasr

writer

Ariel Nasr