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Ariana (2003)

Plot — What is Ariana about?

Ariana tells the story of a film crew that sets out to visit the Pandjsher Valley in Northern Afghanistan. Described in classic Persian poetry as a ‘paradise garden,’ the impenetrable nature of the valley and its lush, fertile landscape have set it apart from the rest of the country and encouraged a history of independence and resistance. Hugonnier’s film considers how the specificities of a landscape help to determine its history. After the crew is unable to film the valley from a vantage point in the surrounding Hindu Kush mountains, Ariana becomes the story of a failed project that prompts a process of reflection about the ‘panorama’ as a form of strategic overview, as a cinematic camera move, and its origins as pre-cinematic mass entertainment.

Top Cast & Director

Directed by: Marine Hugonnier

Quick Facts

TypeMovie
Released2003
LanguageEnglish
Runtime19 min

Ariana — FAQ

Is Ariana worth watching? Ariana tells the story of a film crew that sets out to visit the Pandjsher Valley in Northern Afghanistan. Described in classic Persian poetry as a ‘paradise garden,’ the impenetrable nature of the valley and its lush, f

Who directed Ariana? Directed by Marine Hugonnier.

Where can I stream Ariana? Streaming availability for Ariana is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.

When did Ariana release? It released in 2003.