The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores
The ruthless dictator Teodoro Obiang has ruled Equatorial Guinea with an iron hand since 1979. Juan Tomás Ávila Laurel is the most translated Equatoguinean writer, but he had to flee the country in 2011, after starting a hunger strike denouncing the crimes of the dictatorship. Since then, he has lived in Spain, feeling that, despite the risks, he must return and fight the monster with words.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: El escritor de un país sin librerías
- Genres: Documentary, History
- Release Date: 2019-12-13
- Runtime: 81 minutes
- Rating: 6.4/10 (5 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Fora de Quadre, Toned Media
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.3973
- Languages: English, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Juan Tomás Ávila Laurel
as Self - Narrator / Writer
Negro Bey
as Self - Singer
Manuel Carrero Blanco
as Self - Politician (archive footage)
Teodoro Obiang Nguema
as Self - Politician (archive footage)
Teodoro Nguema Obiang
as Self - Politician (archive footage)
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Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores?▼
The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 2019-12-13.
Who are the main actors in The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores?▼
The main cast includes Juan Tomás Ávila Laurel, Negro Bey, Manuel Carrero Blanco, Teodoro Obiang Nguema, Teodoro Nguema Obiang, .
Where can I watch The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores online?▼
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Is The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores based on a true story?▼
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What is the IMDb rating of The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores?▼
The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 5 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Fora de Quadre, Toned Media. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores filmed?▼
The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores?▼
The total runtime of The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores is 81 minutes.
Is The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores suitable for kids?▼
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Will there be a sequel to The Writer from a Country Without Bookstores?▼
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