As If We Were Catching a Cobra
كما لو أننا نمسك كوبرا
Synopsis
Focusing on the work of cartoonists in Egypt, Algeria, Syria, and Palestine, this documentary examines how comic strips and caricatures are becoming a vehicle for dissent and a voice for freedom of expression in the Arab world.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hala Alabdalla
- Original Title
- كما لو أننا نمسك كوبرا
- Country of Origin
- Syrian Arab Republic, France, United Arab Emirates
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Les Productions de l’œil sauvage
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hala Alabdalla
Dominique Pâris
Department Leadership Roster
Hala Alabdalla
Director
Dominique Pâris
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for As If We Were Catching a Cobra.
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What is As If We Were Catching a Cobra about?
Focusing on the work of cartoonists in Egypt, Algeria, Syria, and Palestine, this documentary examines how comic strips and caricatures are becoming a vehicle for dissent and a voice for freedom of expression in the Arab world.
Who directed As If We Were Catching a Cobra?
As If We Were Catching a Cobra was directed by Hala Alabdalla.
Who stars in As If We Were Catching a Cobra?
The principal cast of As If We Were Catching a Cobra includes Not specified.
When was As If We Were Catching a Cobra released and how long is it?
As If We Were Catching a Cobra was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.