Hiding Saddam Hussein (2024)

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The footage of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein crawling out of a hole in the ground in 2003 is iconic. Now, 20 years later, the man who dug that hole tells the fantastical story of how he, an ordinary farmer, hid the deposed president beneath a flowerbed in his garden for eight months. On camera, he talks about the day his house was selected as a hideaway for this wanted man, hunted by 150,000 US soldiers. The Iraqi farmer had no choice but to assume the role of presidential hairdresser, physician and bodyguard—and something akin to a friendship seems to have grown between them as they ate together and helped wash each other’s backs.

Director: Halkawt Mustafa
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 96 min
Release Date:
Production: Hene Films AS, Rudaw Media, TV2 Nord (DK)
Country: Iraq, Norway
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar

Keywords

saddam hoessein, iraqi dictator

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hiding Saddam Hussein about?
The footage of Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein crawling out of a hole in the ground in 2003 is iconic. Now, 20 years later, the man who dug that hole tells the fantastical story of how he, an ordinary farmer, hid the deposed president beneath a flowerbed in his garden for eight months. On camera, he talks about the day his house was selected as a hideaway for this wanted man, hunted by 150,000 US soldiers. The Iraqi farmer had no choice but to assume the role of presidential hairdresser, physician and bodyguard—and something akin to a friendship seems to have grown between them as they ate together and helped wash each other’s backs.
Who directed Hiding Saddam Hussein?
Hiding Saddam Hussein was directed by Halkawt Mustafa.
How long is Hiding Saddam Hussein?
Hiding Saddam Hussein has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What genre is Hiding Saddam Hussein?
Hiding Saddam Hussein is a Documentary film.
Where was Hiding Saddam Hussein produced?
Hiding Saddam Hussein was produced in Iraq, Norway.