Afghan Star
General Information
- Author/Creator
- Marking, Havana, director.
- Language
- English, Pushto.
- Subtitles
- English
- Published
- United Kingdom : Roast Beef Productions, 2008.
- Physical Description
- DVD-ROM (88 min.)
- Digital ver. identifier
- HU_OSA_00003242
Contents/Summary
- Summary
- After 30 years of war and Taliban rule, the first music talent show, Afghan Star, was organized in Afghanistan. Over 2,000 people were auditioned and even three women have come forward to try their luck. Millions watched and voted for their favorite singers. In Afghanistan today, however, music is controversial. Considered sacrilegious by the Mujahideen and banned by the Taliban, music has come to symbolize freedom for the youth of the country. The film follows two men and two women during the three-month process from the regional auditions to the final in Kabul as they risk all to become the nation's favorite singer. The competition takes a disquieting turn when a young woman dances on stage, risking not only her own safety but also the future of the show.
Subjects
- Genre
- Documentary films
Bibliographic Information
- Note
- Verzio Film Festival Submission
- Library Special Collection
- Verzio Film Festival Submission
Holdings
| Item Type | Current Location | Call Number | Status | Shelving Location | Public Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVD-ROM | OSA Film Library | FL Record 1614 | Available | - | - |
| Digital film | OSA Film Library | FL Record 1614 (HU_OSA_00003242.mp4) | Available | Access Copy, MP4 format |