The Borders movie poster

The Borders

January 2, 1984 1h 38m 6.6/10 (7 votes)

Originally released in 1984. The Borders is a comedy film. directed by Duraid Lahham.

Starring Duraid Lahham, Raghda, and Sabah ElSalem

Synopsis

A traveler between two countries metaphorically named "Easternstan" and "Westernstan" loses his passport and identity papers. Stuck between the two countries he can neither cross the frontiers nor get back to where he came from. He's forced to camp in the neutral area between the two countries, facing a lot of funny situations while there. The movie satirizes the ideology of Arab unity and cooperation at the state level.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 2, 1984 42 years ago
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Runtime 1h 38m 98 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (7 votes)
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Language AR Original language
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Country Syrian Arab Republic Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
AR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Borders about?

A traveler between two countries metaphorically named "Easternstan" and "Westernstan" loses his passport and identity papers. Stuck between the two countries he can neither cross the frontiers nor ...

Who directed The Borders?

The Borders was directed by Duraid Lahham.

How long is The Borders?

The Borders has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).

When was The Borders released?

The Borders was released on January 2, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Borders?

The main cast of The Borders includes Duraid Lahham, Raghda, Sabah ElSalem, Rashid Assaf, Mohamed El Akkad.