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The Desert Ark

The Desert Ark

The Desert Ark (L'Arche du Desert), a variation on Romeo and Juliet set in the Algerian desert. A young couple must face inevitable conflict when their rival families discover their secret love. Taking refuge in a cave, they listen to the sounds of a senseless campaign of violence and murder, which is the culmination of the extremism that has long divided their two communities. Nominated for the Golden Leopard at the 1997 Locarno Film Festival.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: L'Arche Du Désert
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1998-01-28
  • Runtime: 87 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (6 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: CNC
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4998
  • Languages: Arabic

Cast & Crew

Myriam Aouffen

Myriam Aouffen

as Myriam

Abdelkader Belmokadem

Abdelkader Belmokadem

as Wise Omar

Hacen Abdou

Hacen Abdou

as Amin

Hassan Kachach

Hassan Kachach

as Uncle

Messaouda Adami

Messaouda Adami

as Houria du Ksar

Shyraz Aliane

Shyraz Aliane

as Cousine

Amin Chouikh

Amin Chouikh

as Child

Hamdou Djaballah

Hamdou Djaballah

as Musician

Lynda Fares

Lynda Fares

as Myriam's aunt

Rachid Dahmane

Rachid Dahmane

as

Gallery

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External Links

Keywords

traditionsahara desertalgerialove storymaghreb

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Desert Ark?

The Desert Ark is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1998-01-28.

Who are the main actors in The Desert Ark?

The main cast includes Myriam Aouffen, Abdelkader Belmokadem, Hacen Abdou, Hassan Kachach, Messaouda Adami, .

Where can I watch The Desert Ark online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Desert Ark is available.

Is The Desert Ark based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Desert Ark?

The Desert Ark has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 6 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Desert Ark?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Desert Ark?

The soundtrack was composed by CNC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Desert Ark filmed?

The Desert Ark was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Desert Ark?

The total runtime of The Desert Ark is 87 minutes.

Is The Desert Ark suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Desert Ark?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Desert Ark.

Does The Desert Ark have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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