Back to Ararat (1988)
The first genocide of this century occurred during the first World War, when 1.5 million Armenians were killed, and an entire nation was driven from its land. Back to Ararat is the first film to examine this tragic episode in depth. Traveling from the old ruins to new Armenian communities around the world, the film presents a people united in its dream of returning to its homeland. But no one will listen to their arguments. In fact, Turkish representatives in the film argue the genocide never took place. Back to Ararat is a powerful reminder of a global injustice which has gone unaddressed.
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 99 min
Release Date: November 3, 1988
Cinematography: Per-Åke Holmquist
Editing: Per-Åke Holmquist, Toby Trotter
Country: Sweden, Turkey, Soviet Union
Language: Armenian, English, Français
Original Language: en
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Back to Ararat about?
- The first genocide of this century occurred during the first World War, when 1.5 million Armenians were killed, and an entire nation was driven from its land. Back to Ararat is the first film to examine this tragic episode in depth. Traveling from the old ruins to new Armenian communities around the world, the film presents a people united in its dream of returning to its homeland. But no one will listen to their arguments. In fact, Turkish representatives in the film argue the genocide never took place. Back to Ararat is a powerful reminder of a global injustice which has gone unaddressed.
- Who directed Back to Ararat?
- Back to Ararat was directed by Jim Downing, Göran Gunér, Per-Åke Holmquist, Suzanne Khardalian.
- How long is Back to Ararat?
- Back to Ararat has a runtime of 1h 39m (99 minutes).
- What genre is Back to Ararat?
- Back to Ararat is a Documentary film.
- Where was Back to Ararat produced?
- Back to Ararat was produced in Sweden, Turkey, Soviet Union.