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Deep Dive: Under a Blue Sun (2024)

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Under a Blue Sun
Under a Blue Sun focuses on Bashir Abu Rabi'a, a pyrotechnics and special effects assistant during the filming of Rambo III in the Negev Desert of Israel in 1987. The documentary captures the impact of this high-profile Hollywood production on the local Bedouin population, illustrating how the film crew's activities alter the desert landscape and affect the cultural and social dynamics of the community. The film presents behind-the-scenes efforts of Bashir and his colleagues as they navigate the demands of a major film production while dealing with their own community's struggles. It examines the complex relationship between Hollywood's influence and local traditions, providing a unique perspective on the intersection of filmmaking and cultural change.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Bashir Abu Rabi'a on a film set in the Negev Desert.
  • •See the impact of Rambo III on Bedouin culture.
  • •Find out how Hollywood changed local traditions.

Did You Know

•Bashir Abu Rabi'a worked on Rambo III in the Negev Desert in 1987.
•The film Rambo III starred Sylvester Stallone.
•The documentary has a runtime of 79 minutes.
•The production countries for the film are France and Israel.

Perfect For

Film industry enthusiastsCultural studiesMiddle Eastern history