Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y
Synopsis
An acclaimed hijacking documentary that eerily foreshadowed 9/11. We meet the romantic skyjackers who fought their revolutions and won airtime on the passenger planes of the 1960s and '70s. By the 1990s, such characters were apparently no more, replaced on our TV screens by stories of anonymous bombs in suitcases. Director Johan Grimonprez investigates the politics behind this change, at the same time unwrapping our own complicity in the urge for ultimate disaster.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Johan Grimonprez
- Screenplay & Story
- Johan Grimonprez
- Original Score
- David Shea
- Original Title
- Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Centre Georges Pompidou
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Johan Grimonprez
Johan Grimonprez
David Shea
Johan Grimonprez
Department Leadership Roster
Johan Grimonprez
Director
Johan Grimonprez
Editor
Johan Grimonprez
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y about?
An acclaimed hijacking documentary that eerily foreshadowed 9/11. We meet the romantic skyjackers who fought their revolutions and won airtime on the passenger planes of the 1960s and '70s. By the 1990s, such characters were apparently no more, replaced on our TV screens by stories of anonymous bombs in suitcases. Director Johan Grimonprez investigates the politics behind this change, at the same time unwrapping our own complicity in the urge for ultimate disaster.
Who directed Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y?
Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y was directed by Johan Grimonprez.
Who stars in Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y?
The principal cast of Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y includes Not specified.
When was Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y released and how long is it?
Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
Who composed the musical score for Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dial H-I-S-T-O-R-Y was composed by David Shea.