Storyline
According to the official history of Afghanistan, ruthless destruction has always prevailed over art and creation; but there is another tale to be told, the forgotten account of a diverse and progressive country, seen through the lens of innovative filmmakers, a story that survives thanks to a few brave Afghans, a small but very passionate group that secretly fought to save a huge film archive that was constantly menaced by war and religious fanaticism.
Cast & Crew
AZ
Ahmed Zahed
Child Siddiq
LeadAR
Adbul Rasool Khalaqi
Projectionist
HA
Hamsafar Azam
Soviet Spy #1
KA
Khaled Aziz
Soviet Spy #2
MY
Mohamad Yaqood
Afghan Films President
FG
Farooq Ghulam Baraki
Taliban #1
JD
Jamil Dakohai
Taliban #2
SS
Safiulla Sadiqi
Taliban #3
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ariel Nasr's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Forbidden Reel is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
