Sumud
Originally released in 2015. Sumud is a documentary film. directed by Helena Villar. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In 1976 Spain abandoned its last colony, the Western Sahara, in the hands of Morocco. Since then, the Saharawi people have been divided between those who stayed on their land and those who fled the Moroccan persecution. Those who escaped survive in the desert, in extreme conditions and in the face of the helplessness of the international community. This film, directed by the journalist Helena Villar, was recorded on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the Sahrawi resistance and is dedicated to the struggle of the tens of thousands of inhabitants of the Western Sahara
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2015
11 years ago
Runtime
0h 26m
26 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Spain
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RT Español
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sumud about?
In 1976 Spain abandoned its last colony, the Western Sahara, in the hands of Morocco. Since then, the Saharawi people have been divided between those who stayed on their land and those who fled the...
Who directed Sumud?
Sumud was directed by Helena Villar.
How long is Sumud?
Sumud has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was Sumud released?
Sumud was released on January 1, 2015 in theaters.