Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam (1970)
The construction of a dam on the Euphrates River is an example of a country’s economic development. Through grandly composed images, rhythmic editing, and aestheticized details, the director demonstrates his admiration for the interwar avant-garde. The film is a celebration of the new, while at the same time showing a traditional way of life and calling attention to working conditions; it is a refrain-like evocation of an arid country that explores the difficult lot of Syria’s rural inhabitants.
Director: Omar Amiralay
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date: January 1, 1970
Screenplay
Production: Syrian Arab Television
Country: Syrian Arab Republic
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar
Keywords
middle east, dam
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam about?
- The construction of a dam on the Euphrates River is an example of a country’s economic development. Through grandly composed images, rhythmic editing, and aestheticized details, the director demonstrates his admiration for the interwar avant-garde. The film is a celebration of the new, while at the same time showing a traditional way of life and calling attention to working conditions; it is a refrain-like evocation of an arid country that explores the difficult lot of Syria’s rural inhabitants.
- Who directed Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam?
- Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam was directed by Omar Amiralay.
- How long is Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam?
- Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
- What genre is Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam?
- Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam is a Documentary film.
- Where was Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam produced?
- Film-Essay on the Euphrates Dam was produced in Syrian Arab Republic.