Eight months passed as an unnamed farmer hid Saddam Hussein beneath a flowerbed in his garden while U.S. forces searched for the deposed dictator.
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Eight months passed as an unnamed farmer hid Saddam Hussein beneath a flowerbed in his garden while U.S. forces searched for the deposed dictator.
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Synopsis
In a garden in Iraq, a farmer hid Saddam Hussein beneath a flowerbed for eight months in 2003. As U.S. forces searched for the deposed dictator, the farmer took on several roles, including hairdresser, physician, and bodyguard. Their relationship developed through shared meals and personal conversations. The documentary presents this unusual bond against the backdrop of war, illustrating the challenges of loyalty and survival during a tumultuous time. Directed by Halkawt Mustafa, it features Janne Hjeltnes and Kjell Vassdal.
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Why Watch
- Meet the farmer who hid Saddam Hussein for eight months.
- Find out how a bond formed in a flowerbed.
- See the personal side of a notorious dictator.
Did You Know
- The farmer hid Saddam Hussein for eight months in 2003.
- Saddam Hussein was hidden beneath a flowerbed in the farmer's garden.
- The farmer acted as Hussein's hairdresser, physician, and bodyguard.
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How long did the farmer hide Saddam Hussein?
The farmer spent eight months hiding Saddam Hussein beneath a flowerbed in his garden.
What roles did the farmer take on while hiding Saddam Hussein?
The farmer acted as Hussein's hairdresser, physician, and bodyguard during their time together.
What year did the events of the documentary take place?
The events of the documentary took place in Iraq during 2003.
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