Matar
Synopsis
The story of an asylum seeker in England who, when confronted with the hostile immigration system in the UK, is forced to live on the fringes of society and rely on his bike to survive. Based on the lived experience of co-writer Ayman Alhussein.
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MATAR | WaterBear Original | Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-03-17
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hassan Akkad
- Screenplay & Story
- Hassan Akkad, Ayman Alhussein, Brook Driver
- Original Title
- Matar
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Urdu
- Runtime
- 23m
- Production Studios
- Waterbear Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hassan Akkad
Hassan Akkad, Ayman Alhussein, Brook Driver
Finn Bruce, Tarquin Ramsay, Boris Thompson-Roylance, Anthony Toma
Department Leadership Roster
Hassan Akkad
Director
Hassan Akkad
Writer
Ayman Alhussein
Writer
Brook Driver
Writer
Tarquin Ramsay
Producer
Anthony Toma
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Matar
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What is Matar about?
The story of an asylum seeker in England who, when confronted with the hostile immigration system in the UK, is forced to live on the fringes of society and rely on his bike to survive. Based on the lived experience of co-writer Ayman Alhussein.
Who directed Matar?
Matar was directed by Hassan Akkad.
Who stars in Matar?
The principal cast of Matar includes Ahmed Malek, Elmi Rashid Elmi, Hussain Saddam, Ayman Alhussein, Lisa Bentley.
When was Matar released and how long is it?
Matar was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 23m.