Petra (1938)

“Travelogue on the city of Petra. Traces four civilisations, each of which found value in re-establishing the life of this city, whose temples and dwellings were shaped out of the caves in the cliff of a mountain range in the heart of the Arabian desert.” - BFI. Shot in Technicolor by Jack Cardiff.

Director: Hans Nieter
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 10 min
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Music: Ludwig Brav
Cinematography: Jack Cardiff
Editing: Hans Nieter
Production: World Window
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Petra about?
“Travelogue on the city of Petra. Traces four civilisations, each of which found value in re-establishing the life of this city, whose temples and dwellings were shaped out of the caves in the cliff of a mountain range in the heart of the Arabian desert.” - BFI. Shot in Technicolor by Jack Cardiff.
Who directed Petra?
Petra was directed by Hans Nieter.
How long is Petra?
Petra has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
What genre is Petra?
Petra is a Documentary film.
Where was Petra produced?
Petra was produced in United Kingdom.