When God Sleeps movie poster

When God Sleeps

April 20, 2017 1h 28m 6.0/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 2017. When God Sleeps is a music/documentary film. directed by Till Schauder. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Shahin Najafi

Synopsis

Iranian musician Shahin Najafi flees his homeland and heads to Cologne, Germany after harsh criticism by several clerics over the release of his song speaking out against human rights abuses resulted in a fatwa being issued.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 20, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 6.0/10 Good (9 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country Germany + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • ITVS
  • Catapult Film Fund
  • Motto Pictures
  • Fork Films
  • Independent Film Producers (IFP)
  • Sundance Institute
  • WDR
  • Partner Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is When God Sleeps about?

Iranian musician Shahin Najafi flees his homeland and heads to Cologne, Germany after harsh criticism by several clerics over the release of his song speaking out against human rights abuses result...

Who directed When God Sleeps?

When God Sleeps was directed by Till Schauder.

How long is When God Sleeps?

When God Sleeps has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was When God Sleeps released?

When God Sleeps was released on April 20, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in When God Sleeps?

The main cast of When God Sleeps includes Shahin Najafi.