Dr Sarmast's Music School movie poster

Dr Sarmast's Music School

June 8, 2012 1h 36m

Originally released in 2012. Dr Sarmast's Music School is a feature film. directed by Polly Watkins.

Synopsis

Musicologist, Dr Ahmad Sarmast, son of famous Afghan musician Ustad Salim Sarmast, returns to Kabul after 15 years to reopen the old music school, closed down by Islamic extremists in 1992, with the dream to transform it into Afghanistan's first national institute of music. Determined to help revitalise his country's devastated music culture, Ahmad also has a personal quest: to give Kabul's street kids and orphans the chance to go to the music school, believing that the healing power of music will transform their lives.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 8, 2012 13 years ago
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Runtime 1h 36m 96 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr Sarmast's Music School about?

Musicologist, Dr Ahmad Sarmast, son of famous Afghan musician Ustad Salim Sarmast, returns to Kabul after 15 years to reopen the old music school, closed down by Islamic extremists in 1992, with th...

Who directed Dr Sarmast's Music School?

Dr Sarmast's Music School was directed by Polly Watkins.

How long is Dr Sarmast's Music School?

Dr Sarmast's Music School has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).

When was Dr Sarmast's Music School released?

Dr Sarmast's Music School was released on June 8, 2012 in theaters.