The Olive Tree
Originally released in 1976. The Olive Tree is a documentary film. directed by Ali Akika. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Filmed between 1973 and 1975, L’Olivier was produced by the Vincennes Cinema Group. This activist collective of teachers and filmmakers, formed on the occasion of this film, attempts to explain the Palestinian problem through interviews. The Olivier was one of the first films to attempt to give substance to what was still largely ignored in the West: the existence of the Palestinian people and their fight to recover their rights. L'Olivier responds to a concern: the already weak support of French public opinion for the Palestinian cause diminished following the Munich operation of 1972. Structured in such a way as to tell the Palestinian story and explain the state of the struggle at the time, the film appeals to global militant solidarity and, in particular, to European political commitments.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 3, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Groupe Cinéma Vincennes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Olive Tree about?
Filmed between 1973 and 1975, L’Olivier was produced by the Vincennes Cinema Group. This activist collective of teachers and filmmakers, formed on the occasion of this film, attempts to explain t...
Who directed The Olive Tree?
The Olive Tree was directed by Ali Akika.
How long is The Olive Tree?
The Olive Tree has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Olive Tree released?
The Olive Tree was released on March 3, 1976 in theaters.