Team Qatar
Synopsis
Qatar is said to be the world's richest country, while competitive debating is said to be a training ground for future world leaders. So when the Qatari Emiress charged two recent Oxford graduates with creating the country's first national debate team and taking them to the world championships, the stakes were high. This documentary follows the journey of five ambitious teenagers as they are initiated into the cut-throat subculture of competitive high school debate. Training in London, Doha and New York, they learn more about the world as they hone their debating skills.
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Liz Mermin
- Original Title
- Team Qatar
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Liz Mermin
Gigi Wong
Lawrence Elman
Department Leadership Roster
Gigi Wong
Editor
Liz Mermin
Director
Lawrence Elman
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Team Qatar
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What is Team Qatar about?
Qatar is said to be the world's richest country, while competitive debating is said to be a training ground for future world leaders. So when the Qatari Emiress charged two recent Oxford graduates with creating the country's first national debate team and taking them to the world championships, the stakes were high. This documentary follows the journey of five ambitious teenagers as they are initiated into the cut-throat subculture of competitive high school debate. Training in London, Doha and New York, they learn more about the world as they hone their debating skills.
Who directed Team Qatar?
Team Qatar was directed by Liz Mermin.
Who stars in Team Qatar?
The principal cast of Team Qatar includes Not specified.
When was Team Qatar released and how long is it?
Team Qatar was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 56m.