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The Land of the Enlightened (2016): Cast & Box Office

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The Land of the Enlightened is a 2016 documentary directed by Pieter-Jan De Pue, starring Noor, Khyrgyz Baj and Zulfu. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes and earned $609 worldwide.

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The Land of the Enlightened (2016) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
Sciapode
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Land of the Enlightened About?

The premise of The Land of the Enlightened without spoilers.

In war-torn Afghanistan, a group of resourceful Kuchi children navigate a dangerous existence near Bagram airfield. They extract anti-personnel mines from a minefield and sell the explosives to child laborers working in a Lapis Lazuli mine. The precious stones are transported towards Tajikistan and China, passing through territory controlled by young soldiers. Amidst the daily struggles and mini-wars, these children find solace in personal fantasies and dreams, while American forces contemplate their withdrawal.

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Cast & crew

The Land of the Enlightened Cast

Noor leads the cast, with Khyrgyz Baj and Zulfu. Directed by Pieter-Jan De Pue; 4 actors are credited in all.

Box office

The Land of the Enlightened Box Office

The Land of the Enlightened grossed $609 worldwide.

2016 box office

Worldwide gross

$609

International
$609
Details

The Land of the Enlightened Also Known As

10 alternative titles, including “Das Land der Erleuchteten” and “La terra degli illuminati”.

Also known as
  • Das Land der Erleuchteten
  • La terra degli illuminati
  • 上帝花园的小孩
  • ארצם של הנאורים
  • Země osvícených
  • Земята на просветените
  • Le pays des enfants éclairés
  • Kraina oświeconych
  • 소년을 위한 나라는 없다
  • 开明大陆

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The Land of the Enlightened FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of The Land of the Enlightened, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Land of the Enlightened?

The Land of the Enlightened runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was The Land of the Enlightened released?

The Land of the Enlightened was released on February 24, 2016.

Who directed The Land of the Enlightened?

The Land of the Enlightened was directed by Pieter-Jan De Pue.

Who is in the cast of The Land of the Enlightened?

The Land of the Enlightened stars Noor, Khyrgyz Baj and Zulfu, among 4 credited actors.

How much did The Land of the Enlightened make at the box office?

The Land of the Enlightened grossed $609 worldwide.

Does The Land of the Enlightened have a post-credit scene?

No. The Land of the Enlightened has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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