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They Do Not Exist

June 1, 1974 0h 25m 8.8/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1974. They Do Not Exist is a documentary/war film. directed by Mustafa Abu Ali. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Shooting under extraordinary conditions, the director, who worked with Godard on his "Ici et Ailleurs" ("Here and Elsewhere") - this film was shot on the same 16mm camera - and founded the PLO's film division, covers conditions in Lebanon's refugee camps, the effects of Israeli bombardments, and the lives of guerrillas in training camps. "They Do Not Exist" is a stylistically unique work which explodes at the intersection between the political and the aesthetic.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 1, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 0h 25m 25 minutes total
User Rating 8.8/10 Excellent (6 votes)
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Language AR Original language
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Country Palestinian Territory Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
AR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is They Do Not Exist about?

Shooting under extraordinary conditions, the director, who worked with Godard on his "Ici et Ailleurs" ("Here and Elsewhere") - this film was shot on the same 16mm camera - and founded the PLO's fi...

Who directed They Do Not Exist?

They Do Not Exist was directed by Mustafa Abu Ali.

How long is They Do Not Exist?

They Do Not Exist has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).

When was They Do Not Exist released?

They Do Not Exist was released on June 1, 1974 in theaters.