Garbage Dreams (2009)

Raised in the Trash Trade

GARBAGE DREAMS follows three teenage boys born into the trash trade and growing up in the world's largest garbage village. It is the home to 60,000 Zaballeen, Egypt's 'garbage people.' When their community is suddenly faced with the globalization of their trade, each boy is forced to make choices that will impact his life and the future of his community.

Director: Mai Iskander
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 79 min
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Screenplay

Language: العربية, English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Garbage Dreams about?
GARBAGE DREAMS follows three teenage boys born into the trash trade and growing up in the world's largest garbage village. It is the home to 60,000 Zaballeen, Egypt's 'garbage people.' When their community is suddenly faced with the globalization of their trade, each boy is forced to make choices that will impact his life and the future of his community.
Who directed Garbage Dreams?
Garbage Dreams was directed by Mai Iskander.
How long is Garbage Dreams?
Garbage Dreams has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
What genre is Garbage Dreams?
Garbage Dreams is a Documentary film.