Massoud the Afghan (1998)
The friendship between Christophe de Ponfilly and Commander Massoud, a legendary figure of the Afghan resistance against the Soviet invader, goes back to the filmmaker's first film, "A Valley Against an Empire", made in 1981. Fifteen years later, weakened, isolated, betrayed by many of his own, the "Lion of Panshir" has not surrendered to his new and implacable enemies, the Taliban. While preparing his next offensive, he evokes his commitment and his fights, and bears witness to a history in which he has been one of the main actors for twenty years. At the same time, the director questions the role and power of the media, as well as his own approach as a filmmaker. Commander Massoud was killed in an attack in September 2001.
Cast
- Christophe de Ponfilly - Self / Interviewer / Narrator
- Ahmad Shah Massoud - Self
- Merabuddine - Self / Interpret
Screenplay
- Christophe de Ponfilly (Scenario Writer)
Keywords
afghanistan, taliban
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Massoud the Afghan about?
- The friendship between Christophe de Ponfilly and Commander Massoud, a legendary figure of the Afghan resistance against the Soviet invader, goes back to the filmmaker's first film, "A Valley Against an Empire", made in 1981. Fifteen years later, weakened, isolated, betrayed by many of his own, the "Lion of Panshir" has not surrendered to his new and implacable enemies, the Taliban. While preparing his next offensive, he evokes his commitment and his fights, and bears witness to a history in which he has been one of the main actors for twenty years. At the same time, the director questions the role and power of the media, as well as his own approach as a filmmaker. Commander Massoud was killed in an attack in September 2001.
- Who directed Massoud the Afghan?
- Massoud the Afghan was directed by Christophe de Ponfilly.
- Who stars in Massoud the Afghan?
- Massoud the Afghan stars Christophe de Ponfilly, Ahmad Shah Massoud, Merabuddine.
- How long is Massoud the Afghan?
- Massoud the Afghan has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is Massoud the Afghan?
- Massoud the Afghan is a Documentary, History film.
- Where was Massoud the Afghan produced?
- Massoud the Afghan was produced in France.