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Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano (2023): Cast

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Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano is a 2023 documentary directed by Cyril Aris, starring Saleh Bakri, Nadine Labaki and Nadia Charbel. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes.

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Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 27m (87 min)
Director
Cyril Aris
Genre
Documentary
Original language
Arabic
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano About?

The premise of Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano without spoilers.

Following the devastating August 2020 explosion at the port of Beirut, a film crew finds their production abruptly halted amidst the widespread destruction. Faced with immense challenges and the ruins of the Lebanese capital, they grapple with a difficult choice: continue filming or abandon the project. The story explores the crew’s struggles as they navigate the aftermath, wrestling with their passion for cinema and the potential for it to affect meaningful change within a nation facing economic and societal upheaval, while showcasing their determination and resilience.

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Cast & crew

Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano Cast

Saleh Bakri leads the cast, with Nadine Labaki and Nadia Charbel. Directed by Cyril Aris; 19 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Cyril Aris

More films directed by Cyril Aris, best-rated first: A Sad and Beautiful World and The Swing.

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Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano.

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Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Danser sur un volcan” and “Tanec na okraji sopky”.

Also known as
  • Danser sur un volcan
  • Tanec na okraji sopky
  • 火山边漫舞
  • Ballant a la vora d'un volcà
  • Bailando en el borde de un volcán

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Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano?

Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).

When was Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano released?

Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano was released on July 3, 2023.

Who directed Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano?

Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano was directed by Cyril Aris.

More films by Cyril Aris

Who is in the cast of Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano?

Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano stars Saleh Bakri, Nadine Labaki and Nadia Charbel, among 19 credited actors.

Does Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano have a post-credit scene?

No. Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano in?

The original language of Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano is Arabic.

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