The Challenge (2016)

Anthropology of a contemporary desert

The Challenge (2016) poster

Director Yuri Ancarani crosses the Persian Gulf to accompany a falconer to an important competition, entering the surreal world of wealthy Qatari sheikhs with a passion for amateur falconry. The opulence of this Middle Eastern gas state is on full display as the men race SUVs up and down sand dunes, fly their prized falcons around on private jets, and take their pet cheetahs out for desert spins in their souped-up Ferraris.

Director: Yuri Ancarani
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 69 min
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Music: Francesco Fantini, Lorenzo Senni
Cinematography: Yuri Ancarani
Editing: Yuri Ancarani
Production: La Bête
Country: Italy, France
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Challenge about?
Director Yuri Ancarani crosses the Persian Gulf to accompany a falconer to an important competition, entering the surreal world of wealthy Qatari sheikhs with a passion for amateur falconry. The opulence of this Middle Eastern gas state is on full display as the men race SUVs up and down sand dunes, fly their prized falcons around on private jets, and take their pet cheetahs out for desert spins in their souped-up Ferraris.
Who directed The Challenge?
The Challenge was directed by Yuri Ancarani.
How long is The Challenge?
The Challenge has a runtime of 1h 9m (69 minutes).
What genre is The Challenge?
The Challenge is a Documentary film.
Where was The Challenge produced?
The Challenge was produced in Italy, France.