Why?
Synopsis
Shot in Beirut and released during the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982, the film both portrayed the brutality of the siege and the indiscriminate attacks as well as people’s survival. The film is rhythmed by the urgency of sirens, communicating the human toll of the violence to a wider world in an attempt to rally support for the Palestinian revolution. Simultaneously, the film is loaded with the specter of an unclear future, the seeds of a massacre that was yet to come.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Monica Maurer
- Original Title
- Why?
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic
- Runtime
- 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Monica Maurer
Department Leadership Roster
Monica Maurer
Director
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What is Why? about?
Shot in Beirut and released during the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982, the film both portrayed the brutality of the siege and the indiscriminate attacks as well as people’s survival. The film is rhythmed by the urgency of sirens, communicating the human toll of the violence to a wider world in an attempt to rally support for the Palestinian revolution. Simultaneously, the film is loaded with the specter of an unclear future, the seeds of a massacre that was yet to come.
Who directed Why??
Why? was directed by Monica Maurer.
Who stars in Why??
The principal cast of Why? includes Not specified.
When was Why? released and how long is it?
Why? was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 28m.