Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness
Synopsis
In 2003, Baghdad-born Mohamed Al-Daradji returned home after a decade in exile to film Ahlaam, the second feature shot in Iraq post-Saddam Hussein. This documentary follows the idealistic young director as he realises his dream in bizarre and turbulent circumstances. With its improvised form and unpredictable course, the film reflects the incredible risks confronting filmmakers in ‘liberated’ Iraq and celebrates Iraqi people’s spirit to survive amid overwhelming social and political chaos.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mohamed Al Daradji
- Original Title
- Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness
- Country of Origin
- Iraq, Netherlands, United Kingdom
- Release Date
- 01/01/2008
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mohamed Al Daradji
Department Leadership Roster
Mohamed Al Daradji
Director
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What is Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness about?
In 2003, Baghdad-born Mohamed Al-Daradji returned home after a decade in exile to film Ahlaam, the second feature shot in Iraq post-Saddam Hussein. This documentary follows the idealistic young director as he realises his dream in bizarre and turbulent circumstances. With its improvised form and unpredictable course, the film reflects the incredible risks confronting filmmakers in ‘liberated’ Iraq and celebrates Iraqi people’s spirit to survive amid overwhelming social and political chaos.
Who directed Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness?
Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness was directed by Mohamed Al Daradji.
Who stars in Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness?
The principal cast of Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness includes Not specified.
When was Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness released and how long is it?
Iraq: God, Love, War & Madness was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.