The Boys from Baghdad High (2008): reparto, argumento y streaming

Released in 2008, The Boys from Baghdad High is a documental film directed by Ivan O'Mahoney, running about 88 minutes. “How to smile and laugh in the face of violence” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. During 2006-07, four students keep a video diary of their final year at Tariq bin Ziad High School in Baghdad. As violence escalates, the four prepare to take the National Exams they must pass in June to secure their diploma. They are Ali, a Kurd, Anmar, a Christian who starts the school year not having heard from his girlfriend for a few days, and a Shia and a Sunni - Hayder, a rap poet and songwriter, and Mohammad, fatherless, living with his mother and extended family. Amid explosions, gunfire, and power outages, they study, wrestle, play games, listen to music, dance, and talk boy talk. Mid-year, one moves north, safe but bored. Will they pass their exams? Will they live?

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Boys from Baghdad High has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Boys from Baghdad High page.

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