The Fifth War
Synopsis
A war documentary that stands as an example of both the possibilities of international solidarity and also its dangers. Co-directed by an Iraqi and German filmmaker and starring a British actress, its proximity to the violence of the Litani Operation resulted in the loss of two of its members during filming.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Monica Maurer, Samir Nimr
- Original Title
- The Fifth War
- Country of Origin
- East Germany, Palestinian Territory
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Monica Maurer, Samir Nimr
Department Leadership Roster
Monica Maurer
Director
Samir Nimr
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fifth War
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What is The Fifth War about?
A war documentary that stands as an example of both the possibilities of international solidarity and also its dangers. Co-directed by an Iraqi and German filmmaker and starring a British actress, its proximity to the violence of the Litani Operation resulted in the loss of two of its members during filming.
Who directed The Fifth War?
The Fifth War was directed by Monica Maurer, Samir Nimr.
Who stars in The Fifth War?
The principal cast of The Fifth War includes Vanessa Redgrave.
When was The Fifth War released and how long is it?
The Fifth War was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.