Movie Description

الحاج نجم البقال

(2015)

Overview

(Nadia), who was born and raised in (France), returns to (Iraq) to rediscover her roots and origins. During this journey, (Nadia) gradually uncovers the story of her grandfather, Haj (Najm) Al-Baqal, the owner of the date shop, and the man who was one of the prominent leaders of the revolution in (Najaf) against British colonialism in 1918. The film sheds light on the impact that Haj (Najm) Al-Baqal's struggle left on the people of (Najaf).

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Original Titleالحاج نجم البقال

Status Released

Release Information

  • 2015-03-15

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 34m

Production CompaniesIraqi Cinema and Theater Foundation

Genres

  • Drama
  • History
  • War