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The Forbidden Reel

The Forbidden Reel

According to the official history of Afghanistan, ruthless destruction has always prevailed over art and creation; but there is another tale to be told, the forgotten account of a diverse and progressive country, seen through the lens of innovative filmmakers, a story that survives thanks to a few brave Afghans, a small but very passionate group that secretly fought to save a huge film archive that was constantly menaced by war and religious fanaticism.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Forbidden Reel
  • Genres: Documentary, History
  • Release Date: 2020-03-03
  • Runtime: 121 minutes
  • Rating: 8/10 (1 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Loaded Pictures, ONF | NFB, TVO, Al Jazeera English
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3765
  • Languages: English, German, Persian, Pushto

Cast & Crew

Ahmed Zahed

Ahmed Zahed

as Child Siddiq

Adbul Rasool Khalaqi

Adbul Rasool Khalaqi

as Projectionist

Hamsafar Azam

Hamsafar Azam

as Soviet Spy #1

Khaled Aziz

Khaled Aziz

as Soviet Spy #2

Mohamad Yaqood

Mohamad Yaqood

as Afghan Films President

Farooq Ghulam Baraki

Farooq Ghulam Baraki

as Taliban #1

Jamil Dakohai

Jamil Dakohai

as Taliban #2

Safiulla Sadiqi

Safiulla Sadiqi

as Taliban #3

Zakarya Amin

Zakarya Amin

as Taliban #4

Koko Gul

Koko Gul

as Siddiq's Mother

Gallery

Movie scene

Trailers & Clips

The Forbidden Reel - Trailer (English Subtitles)

Trailer

External Links

Keywords

cinema on cinemaafghanistanmujahidtalibandocudramareligious fundamentalismafghan-soviet war (1979-89)political repressionfilm censorship

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Forbidden Reel?

The Forbidden Reel is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 2020-03-03.

Who are the main actors in The Forbidden Reel?

The main cast includes Ahmed Zahed, Adbul Rasool Khalaqi, Hamsafar Azam, Khaled Aziz, Mohamad Yaqood, .

Where can I watch The Forbidden Reel online?

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

Is The Forbidden Reel based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Forbidden Reel?

The Forbidden Reel has an IMDb rating of 8/10 based on 1 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Forbidden Reel?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Forbidden Reel?

The soundtrack was composed by Loaded Pictures, ONF | NFB, TVO, Al Jazeera English. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Forbidden Reel filmed?

The Forbidden Reel was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Forbidden Reel?

The total runtime of The Forbidden Reel is 121 minutes.

Is The Forbidden Reel suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Forbidden Reel?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Forbidden Reel.

Does The Forbidden Reel have a post-credit scene?

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

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