Born Out of Death
Synopsis
The West-German director Monica Maurer made a number of important films for the PLO. The Israeli airstrikes against Beirut on 17 July 1981 killed 350 people, including a pregnant woman whose baby could be rescued from her torn-up womb. Maurer shows the people’s suffering and pain, their victimhood. She addresses the systemic causes of violence, referring back to the history of their country and formulating arguments for the necessity of a fight for liberation.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Monica Maurer
- Screenplay & Story
- Monica Maurer
- Original Title
- Born Out of Death
- Country of Origin
- Palestinian Territory
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Palestine Liberation Organization
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Monica Maurer
Monica Maurer
Mauro Contini
Department Leadership Roster
Mauro Contini
Editor
Monica Maurer
Screenplay
Monica Maurer
Director
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What is Born Out of Death about?
The West-German director Monica Maurer made a number of important films for the PLO. The Israeli airstrikes against Beirut on 17 July 1981 killed 350 people, including a pregnant woman whose baby could be rescued from her torn-up womb. Maurer shows the people’s suffering and pain, their victimhood. She addresses the systemic causes of violence, referring back to the history of their country and formulating arguments for the necessity of a fight for liberation.
Who directed Born Out of Death?
Born Out of Death was directed by Monica Maurer.
Who stars in Born Out of Death?
The principal cast of Born Out of Death includes Not specified.
When was Born Out of Death released and how long is it?
Born Out of Death was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 9m.