Sandstorm (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1982, Sandstorm is a drama film directed by Mohammed Lakhdar-Hamina, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Seen right through the sandstorms that rack the lives of a tribe living on a desert oasis, is a subtle and not-so-subtle mistreatment of the female members of the tribe - tribal chiefs have the right to be the first to deflower virgins, and single or widowed mothers must walk a narrow line of behavior restrictions that do not apply to their male counterparts. Both genders, however, fight the brunt of the harsh desert winds together.
Who’s in it. Sandstorm stars Nadir Benguedih, Leila Shenna, Nadia Talbi and Himoud Brahimi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Sandstorm sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sandstorm page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sandstorm tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sandstorm (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sandstorm change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sandstorm worth watching?
- Sandstorm holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sandstorm?
- Sandstorm stars Nadir Benguedih, Leila Shenna, Nadia Talbi, Himoud Brahimi and Merwan Lakhdar-Hamina.
- When was Sandstorm released?
- Sandstorm was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.