The TV Is Coming (2006)

The TV Is Coming (2006) poster

The small south Tunisian village of Al-Malga (literally "The Shelter") is spurred into action when a series of phone calls from the capital announce the impending visit of a prestigious production team from German television in the region. Consequently, the town's cultural committee decides to give a positive image of the village and the country and creates an artificial veneer, substantially camouflaging the reality. Chaos ensues as the committee's sycophantic chairman, an ardent feminist, and a number of other unusual characters disagree on the best course of action.

Director: Moncef Dhouib
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 95 min
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Original Language: ar
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The TV Is Coming about?
The small south Tunisian village of Al-Malga (literally "The Shelter") is spurred into action when a series of phone calls from the capital announce the impending visit of a prestigious production team from German television in the region. Consequently, the town's cultural committee decides to give a positive image of the village and the country and creates an artificial veneer, substantially camouflaging the reality. Chaos ensues as the committee's sycophantic chairman, an ardent feminist, and a number of other unusual characters disagree on the best course of action.
Who directed The TV Is Coming?
The TV Is Coming was directed by Moncef Dhouib.
How long is The TV Is Coming?
The TV Is Coming has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
What genre is The TV Is Coming?
The TV Is Coming is a Drama, Thriller film.