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Historical documentary

Write Down, I Am an Arab (2014): Cast

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Write Down, I Am an Arab is a 2014 historical documentary directed by Ibtisam Mara’ana, starring Mahmoud Darwish and Makram J. Khoury. It runs 1 hour 13 minutes.

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Write Down, I Am an Arab (2014) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 13m (73 min)
Genres
Documentary , History
Original language
Arabic
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Write Down, I Am an Arab About?

The premise of Write Down, I Am an Arab without spoilers.

The film explores the life of Mahmoud Darwish, a celebrated Palestinian poet and a profoundly influential writer in the Arab world. Born in the Galilee, his family was displaced during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, returning to find their homeland devastated. These formative experiences deeply impacted Darwish and became the inspiration for a literary career that would define Palestinian identity and mobilize generations.

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Cast & crew

Write Down, I Am an Arab Cast & Characters

Mahmoud Darwish leads the cast, with Makram J. Khoury as Narrator (voice). Directed by Ibtisam Mara’ana.

Details

Write Down, I Am an Arab Also Known As

Also known as “Sajil Ana Arabi”.

Also known as
  • Sajil Ana Arabi

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Write Down, I Am an Arab FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Write Down, I Am an Arab, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Write Down, I Am an Arab?

Write Down, I Am an Arab runs 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).

When was Write Down, I Am an Arab released?

Write Down, I Am an Arab was released on April 27, 2014.

Who directed Write Down, I Am an Arab?

Write Down, I Am an Arab was directed by Ibtisam Mara’ana.

Who is in the cast of Write Down, I Am an Arab?

Write Down, I Am an Arab stars Mahmoud Darwish and Makram J. Khoury as Narrator (voice).

Does Write Down, I Am an Arab have a post-credit scene?

No. Write Down, I Am an Arab has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Write Down, I Am an Arab in?

The original language of Write Down, I Am an Arab is Arabic.

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