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The Sniper

February 4, 1980 1h 40m

Originally released in 1980. The Sniper is a feature film. directed by Faisal Al-Yasiri.

Starring Sami Kaftan, Suad Abdallah, and Amal Ofaysh

Synopsis

The film portrays a snapshot of the Lebanese Civil War through the behavior of a sniper who ruthlessly kills his targets. Through this, many social contradictions and conflicts amid the Lebanese Civil War are revealed, as a bloody conflict rages between factions with no relenting or desire to cease the bloodshed.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 4, 1980 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • دائرة السينما والمسرح

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sniper about?

The film portrays a snapshot of the Lebanese Civil War through the behavior of a sniper who ruthlessly kills his targets. Through this, many social contradictions and conflicts amid the Lebanese Ci...

Who directed The Sniper?

The Sniper was directed by Faisal Al-Yasiri.

How long is The Sniper?

The Sniper has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was The Sniper released?

The Sniper was released on February 4, 1980 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Sniper?

The main cast of The Sniper includes Sami Kaftan, Suad Abdallah, Amal Ofaysh, Nizar Qabbani, Sohail Nomani.