Upon the Shadow (2017)
The documentary follows the life of former Femen member Amina Sboui and the community of LGBTQ+ friends she houses in her Tunisian home. Offering unparalleled insight into life following the Arab Spring, social persecution, and political struggle, from a queer perspective. Dive into the stories of Amina's strong and enchanting group of LGBTQ+ loves and comrades: Sandra, Ramy, Ayoub, and Atef, as they bond and build a queer community against a backdrop of global trauma and struggle.
Director: Nada Mezni Hafaiedh
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: February 1, 2017
Screenplay
Production: LEYTH Production, La Clairière Production
Country: Tunisia
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar
Themes
LGBTQ+ Acceptance and Pride Stories
Keywords
lgbt, gay theme
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Upon the Shadow about?
- The documentary follows the life of former Femen member Amina Sboui and the community of LGBTQ+ friends she houses in her Tunisian home. Offering unparalleled insight into life following the Arab Spring, social persecution, and political struggle, from a queer perspective. Dive into the stories of Amina's strong and enchanting group of LGBTQ+ loves and comrades: Sandra, Ramy, Ayoub, and Atef, as they bond and build a queer community against a backdrop of global trauma and struggle.
- Who directed Upon the Shadow?
- Upon the Shadow was directed by Nada Mezni Hafaiedh.
- How long is Upon the Shadow?
- Upon the Shadow has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is Upon the Shadow?
- Upon the Shadow is a Documentary, Drama film.
- Where was Upon the Shadow produced?
- Upon the Shadow was produced in Tunisia.
- What are the themes of Upon the Shadow?
- The themes of Upon the Shadow include: LGBTQ+ Acceptance and Pride Stories.