The Palestinian Red Crescent Society
Synopsis
Filmed in 16mm during 1978 - to highlight the sophisticated social, medical, educational infrastructure that the PLO built during the 70ies in the refugee camps in Lebanon. The documentary is a cinematographic testimony of the Palestinian effort to build a secular and pluralistic society, based on the participation of the people and thus strengthening their feeling of national identity and dignity. PRCS was shot in practically all the Camps in Lebanon, from Nahar el Bared in the North to Rashidiye in the South, from Nabatiye to Beirut - Sabra, Shatila and Burj-el-Barajneh. Among the personalities in the film are Abu Ammar (Yasser Arafat), Dr. Fathi Arafat (President of PRCS), Dr. Sait Dajani, Yusuf Iraki, Abdelaziz Labadi.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Monica Maurer
- Original Title
- The Palestinian Red Crescent Society
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 42m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Monica Maurer
Department Leadership Roster
Monica Maurer
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Palestinian Red Crescent Society.
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What is The Palestinian Red Crescent Society about?
Filmed in 16mm during 1978 - to highlight the sophisticated social, medical, educational infrastructure that the PLO built during the 70ies in the refugee camps in Lebanon. The documentary is a cinematographic testimony of the Palestinian effort to build a secular and pluralistic society, based on the participation of the people and thus strengthening their feeling of national identity and dignity. PRCS was shot in practically all the Camps in Lebanon, from Nahar el Bared in the North to Rashidiye in the South, from Nabatiye to Beirut - Sabra, Shatila and Burj-el-Barajneh. Among the personalities in the film are Abu Ammar (Yasser Arafat), Dr. Fathi Arafat (President of PRCS), Dr. Sait Dajani, Yusuf Iraki, Abdelaziz Labadi.
Who directed The Palestinian Red Crescent Society?
The Palestinian Red Crescent Society was directed by Monica Maurer.
Who stars in The Palestinian Red Crescent Society?
The principal cast of The Palestinian Red Crescent Society includes Not specified.
When was The Palestinian Red Crescent Society released and how long is it?
The Palestinian Red Crescent Society was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 42m.