Upon the Shadow
Originally released in 2017. Upon the Shadow is a documentary/drama film. directed by Nada Mezni Hafaiedh. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The documentary follows the life of former Femen member Amina Sboui and the community of LGBTQ+ friends she houses in her Tunisian home. Offering unparalleled insight into life following the Arab Spring, social persecution, and political struggle, from a queer perspective. Dive into the stories of Amina's strong and enchanting group of LGBTQ+ loves and comrades: Sandra, Ramy, Ayoub, and Atef, as they bond and build a queer community against a backdrop of global trauma and struggle.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 1, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
4.9/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Tunisia
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- LEYTH Production
- La Clairière Production
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Upon the Shadow about?
The documentary follows the life of former Femen member Amina Sboui and the community of LGBTQ+ friends she houses in her Tunisian home. Offering unparalleled insight into life following the Arab S...
Who directed Upon the Shadow?
Upon the Shadow was directed by Nada Mezni Hafaiedh.
How long is Upon the Shadow?
Upon the Shadow has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Upon the Shadow released?
Upon the Shadow was released on February 1, 2017 in theaters.