The runner (2013)
The Runner is a film about endurance. It is the story of a champion long-distance runner whose journey transformed him from an athlete into the symbol of a national liberation movement. Salah Hmatou Ameidan is willing to risk his life, his career, his family and his nationality to run for a country that doesn't exist. He is from Western Sahara, officially Africa's last colony and under Moroccan occupation since 1975.
Director: Saeed Taji Farouky
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 95 min
Release Date: November 10, 2013
Cinematography: Saeed Taji Farouky
Country: France, Ireland, United Kingdom, Spain, Algeria, Western Sahara
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar
Themes
Marathon Running and Beyond Limits
Keywords
marathon, sport, sahrawi refugee camps
More Films by Director: Saeed Taji Farouky
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The runner about?
- The Runner is a film about endurance. It is the story of a champion long-distance runner whose journey transformed him from an athlete into the symbol of a national liberation movement. Salah Hmatou Ameidan is willing to risk his life, his career, his family and his nationality to run for a country that doesn't exist. He is from Western Sahara, officially Africa's last colony and under Moroccan occupation since 1975.
- Who directed The runner?
- The runner was directed by Saeed Taji Farouky.
- How long is The runner?
- The runner has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
- What genre is The runner?
- The runner is a Documentary film.
- Where was The runner produced?
- The runner was produced in France, Ireland, United Kingdom, Spain, Algeria, Western Sahara.
- What are the themes of The runner?
- The themes of The runner include: Marathon Running and Beyond Limits.