The Digger (2015)

In the Sharjah desert, Sultan Zeib Khan makes the rounds of the ruins of a Neolithic necropolis where the foundations of the nation are kept. Amid the tombs, the vastness of the desert is palpable. Time plays no role in the ritual that Zeib Khan has performed daily for the past 20 years.

Director: Ali Cherri
Runtime: 24 min
Release Date:
Country: France, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates
Language: العربية, پښتو
Original Language: ar
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Digger about?
In the Sharjah desert, Sultan Zeib Khan makes the rounds of the ruins of a Neolithic necropolis where the foundations of the nation are kept. Amid the tombs, the vastness of the desert is palpable. Time plays no role in the ritual that Zeib Khan has performed daily for the past 20 years.
Who directed The Digger?
The Digger was directed by Ali Cherri.
How long is The Digger?
The Digger has a runtime of 24m (24 minutes).
Where was The Digger produced?
The Digger was produced in France, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates.