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Two decades of conflict are chronicled as Commander Ahmad Shah Massoud prepares for his next offensive against the Taliban in Afghanistan.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Ahmad Shah Massoud, key Afghan resistance leader.
  • Follow Massoud's reflections on war and betrayal.
  • See the impact of media on conflict narratives.

Did You Know

  • Ahmad Shah Massoud was killed in a terrorist attack in September 2001.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 89 minutes.
  • Christophe de Ponfilly directed the film, released in 1998.
  • Massoud's resistance spanned over two decades against the Soviet invasion.

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Who directed the documentary 'Massoud the Afghan'?

The documentary 'Massoud the Afghan' was directed by Christophe de Ponfilly.

What was Ahmad Shah Massoud known for?

Ahmad Shah Massoud was a pivotal figure in the Afghan resistance against the Soviet invasion and was known as the 'Lion of Panshir'.

When was Ahmad Shah Massoud killed?

Ahmad Shah Massoud was killed in a terrorist attack in September 2001, just days before the 9/11 attacks.

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