Investigating Paradise
تحقيق في الجنة
“Investigating the idea of paradise in the muslim world.”
Synopsis
Young Algerian journalist Nedjma is investigating Islamic accounts of paradise. She is particularly interested in the descriptions used by Salafi preachers to recruit young Algerian men as jihadists. She and her colleague Mustapha find a number of disturbing, richly embellished video sermons and decide to explore the phenomenon in more detail.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Merzak Allouache
- Screenplay & Story
- Merzak Allouache, Bahia Allouache
- Original Score
- Yahia Bouchaala
- Original Title
- تحقيق في الجنة
- Country of Origin
- France, Algeria
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- Baya Films, Les. Asphofilms.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Merzak Allouache
Merzak Allouache, Bahia Allouache
Yahia Bouchaala
Hocine Hadjali
Bahia Allouache
Bahia Allouache, Merzak Allouache
Department Leadership Roster
Merzak Allouache
Director
Merzak Allouache
Screenplay
Bahia Allouache
Screenplay
Bahia Allouache
Producer
Merzak Allouache
Producer
Yahia Bouchaala
Original Music Composer
Hocine Hadjali
Director of Photography
Bahia Allouache
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Investigating Paradise
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Investigating Paradise about?
Young Algerian journalist Nedjma is investigating Islamic accounts of paradise. She is particularly interested in the descriptions used by Salafi preachers to recruit young Algerian men as jihadists. She and her colleague Mustapha find a number of disturbing, richly embellished video sermons and decide to explore the phenomenon in more detail.
Who directed Investigating Paradise?
Investigating Paradise was directed by Merzak Allouache.
Who stars in Investigating Paradise?
The principal cast of Investigating Paradise includes Salima Abada, Younès Sabeur Chérif, Aida Guechoud.
When was Investigating Paradise released and how long is it?
Investigating Paradise was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Investigating Paradise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Investigating Paradise was composed by Yahia Bouchaala.