Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey
Afghanistan 1362 - Erinnerung an eine Reise
Synopsis
In December 1979, the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan. Four years later—the Islamic calendar's year 1362—, director Volker Koepp visited Kabul and neighboring provinces. Koepp met a cross-section of people, such as soldiers, intellectuals, kids, and nomads, and with sensitive intensity told stories of their daily lives in the turmoil of an “undeclared war.” This travelogue, which was undertaken with the GDR’s consent, took a political risk because it expresses Koepp’s doubt that conflicts can be solved through military invention.
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 15, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Volker Koepp
- Original Title
- Afghanistan 1362 - Erinnerung an eine Reise
- Country of Origin
- East Germany, Germany
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 51m
- Production Studios
- DEFA-Studio für Dokumentarfilme
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Volker Koepp
Department Leadership Roster
Volker Koepp
Director
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What is Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey about?
In December 1979, the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan. Four years later—the Islamic calendar's year 1362—, director Volker Koepp visited Kabul and neighboring provinces. Koepp met a cross-section of people, such as soldiers, intellectuals, kids, and nomads, and with sensitive intensity told stories of their daily lives in the turmoil of an “undeclared war.” This travelogue, which was undertaken with the GDR’s consent, took a political risk because it expresses Koepp’s doubt that conflicts can be solved through military invention.
Who directed Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey?
Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey was directed by Volker Koepp.
Who stars in Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey?
The principal cast of Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey includes Not specified.
When was Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey released and how long is it?
Afghanistan 1362: Memories of a Journey was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 51m.