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Human Being (1994)

Original title: Insan

1994-01-01 · 27m · AR
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Sudanese filmmaker, Ibrahim Shaddad provides a dramatic and powerful account of the trials and tribulations of a Sudanese villager in an alien, large city. Shot entirely without dialogue, the film's innovative use of sound helps tell the story of a shepherd who leaves his wife and herd to settle in a nearby town. Since its premiere at the Alexandria Film Festival, Insan has been shown in a number of festivals in the Middle East and Europe. This film is a prime example of experimental Arab cinema.

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Ibrahim ShaddadDirector

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Mohamed M. AliMohamed M. AliNasir El TayebNasir El TayebFatin A. MagidFatin A. MagidEl Rashid Ahmed Issa UmaymaEl Rashid Ahmed Issa Umayma

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What is Human Being about?

Sudanese filmmaker, Ibrahim Shaddad provides a dramatic and powerful account of the trials and tribulations of a Sudanese villager in an alien, large city. Shot entirely without dialogue, the film's innovative use of sound helps tell the story of a shepherd who leaves his wife and herd to settle in a nearby town. Since its premiere at the Alexandria Film Festival, Insan has been shown in a number of festivals in the Middle East and Europe. This film is a prime example of experimental Arab cinema.

How long is Human Being?

Human Being has a runtime of 27 minutes.