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Deep Dive: The War Show (2016)

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The War Show
The War Show is a documentary film co-written and directed by Andreas Dalsgaard and Obaidah Zytoon, focusing on the events of the Arab Spring in Syria and the ensuing civil war. The narrative is presented through the perspective of a Syrian former radio DJ, providing a personal account of the conflict and its impact on everyday life in Syria. The film was awarded best film in the Venice Days section at the 73rd Venice Film Festival, indicating its recognition and significance in the cinematic portrayal of contemporary issues. With a runtime of 100 minutes, it captures the emotional and social upheaval experienced during this tumultuous period in Syrian history.

Why Watch

  • •See Syria's civil war through a radio DJ's eyes.
  • •Meet the filmmakers behind this award-winning documentary.
  • •Find out how the Arab Spring affected daily life in Syria.

Did You Know

•The War Show was awarded best film at the 73rd Venice Film Festival.
•The film has a runtime of 100 minutes.
•It was co-directed by Andreas Dalsgaard and Obaidah Zytoon.

Perfect For

Syrian historyDocumentary enthusiastsFilm festival fans