The War Around Us (2014)

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In 2008 two best friends found themselves trapped in one of the most dangerous places on earth - the only western journalists in the Gaza Strip on what was supposed to be a 24-hour assignment. The War Around Us captures the collision of veteran war correspondent and one of TIME's most 100 influential people, Ayman Mohyeldin, with rookie reporter Sherine Tadros. As missiles shower the city and unspeakable atrocities emerge, the pair is torn by fierce professional rivalry, private terror and grim humor - with no way out and the whole world watching.

Director: Abdallah Omeish
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 76 min
Release Date:

Cast

Music: Austin Wintory
Editing: Laith Majali
Production: 3rd Eye Filmworks
Country: Israel, Palestinian Territory
Language: العربية, English
Original Language: en

Keywords

journalist, resistance

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More Films by Director: Abdallah Omeish
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The War Around Us about?
In 2008 two best friends found themselves trapped in one of the most dangerous places on earth - the only western journalists in the Gaza Strip on what was supposed to be a 24-hour assignment. The War Around Us captures the collision of veteran war correspondent and one of TIME's most 100 influential people, Ayman Mohyeldin, with rookie reporter Sherine Tadros. As missiles shower the city and unspeakable atrocities emerge, the pair is torn by fierce professional rivalry, private terror and grim humor - with no way out and the whole world watching.
Who directed The War Around Us?
The War Around Us was directed by Abdallah Omeish.
Who stars in The War Around Us?
The War Around Us stars Ayman Mohyeldin, Sherine Tadros.
How long is The War Around Us?
The War Around Us has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
What genre is The War Around Us?
The War Around Us is a Documentary film.
Where was The War Around Us produced?
The War Around Us was produced in Israel, Palestinian Territory.