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Operation Filmmaker follows Muthana Mohmed, a film student from Baghdad, as he grapples with the aftermath of the 2003 war in Iraq. After his appearance on MTV, he receives an opportunity from actor Liev Schreiber to work on the American film 'Everything Is Illuminated' in Prague. The film captures Muthana's experiences as he navigates cultural misunderstandings and the pressures of working with American colleagues while facing the reality of his visa expiration.
Filmmaker Nina Davenport documents Muthana's struggles, focusing on the tension between his aspirations in the film industry and the looming threat of returning to a war-torn Iraq. The film provides insight into the complexities of cross-cultural interactions and the impact of war on personal dreams and ambitions.
Why Watch
- •Follow Muthana's unique path from Baghdad to Prague
- •See the impact of war on personal dreams
- •Meet Liev Schreiber and his role in Muthana's story
Did You Know
•Muthana Mohmed was a film student in Baghdad during the 2003 war.
•Liev Schreiber offered Muthana a position on a film in Prague.
•The documentary was directed by Nina Davenport in 2008.
•The film has a runtime of 92 minutes.
Perfect For
Iraqi cinemaCultural misunderstandingsFilm industry insights