Midnight Traveler

Midnight Traveler

A filmmaker flees with his family from the Taliban.

Overview

Genre
Arts, Current Affairs, Personal Doc, Social Issues, and Human Rights
Synopsis

When the Taliban puts a bounty on Afghan director Hassan Fazili's head, he is forced to flee with his wife and two young daughters. Capturing their uncertain journey, Fazili shows firsthand the dangers facing refugees seeking asylum and the love shared between a family on the run.

Stage
finished
Running time
86 minutes

Credits

Production Details

Prod. Co.
Old Chilly Pictures
Years of Production
3

Distribution Details

Release year
2019
Festivals
Sundance, Berlin, Hot Docs, True/False
Awards
Sundance Special Jury Prize
Distribution
Oscilloscope
Broadcast (Prod.)
PBS
Broadcast (Acq.)
POV
Language
Farsi, English
Subtitles
English

Photos

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