Nights of The Jackal

At a glance

Nights of The Jackal, is a 1988 Syrian movie, directed by Abdellatif Abdelhamid, and starring Asaad Fedda, Najah Al Abd Allah, Bassam Kousa. with a runtime of 105 minutes.

Overview

Nights of the Jackal is a Syrian drama set against the restless backdrop of 1967, a year thick with rumours of impending war. At its centre is Abu Kamel, a tomato farmer near Latakia whose iron grip over his family reflects the authoritarian atmosphere of the era. One by one, each family member rebels against his dominance or finds a way to break free. The film offers a quietly observed portrait of domestic tyranny mirroring the political tensions of a society on the edge, making it a compelling piece of Syrian cinematic heritage.

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