Afghan Star
Synopsis
This documentary on the effect the talent competition "Afghan Star" has on the incredibly diverse inhabitants of Afghanistan affords a glimpse into a country rarely seen. Contestants risk their lives to appear on the television show that is a raging success with the public and also monitored closely by the government.
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Afghan Star TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-05-17
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 26, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$102K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Havana Marking
- Original Title
- Afghan Star
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Pushto, English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Worldwide Gross
- $102K
- Production Studios
- Aria Productions, Roast Beef Productions, Roastbeef Productions, HBO Documentary Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Havana Marking
Department Leadership Roster
Havana Marking
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Afghan Star
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What is Afghan Star about?
This documentary on the effect the talent competition "Afghan Star" has on the incredibly diverse inhabitants of Afghanistan affords a glimpse into a country rarely seen. Contestants risk their lives to appear on the television show that is a raging success with the public and also monitored closely by the government.
Who directed Afghan Star?
Afghan Star was directed by Havana Marking.
Who stars in Afghan Star?
The principal cast of Afghan Star includes Habib Amiri, Setara Hussainzada, Rafi Naabzada, Lima Sahar.
When was Afghan Star released and how long is it?
Afghan Star was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
How much did Afghan Star make at the box office?
Afghan Star grossed $102K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Afghan Star?
Afghan Star holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).