The First Movie (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2009, The First Movie is a documentary film directed by Mark Cousins, running about 56 minutes. “We tell stories not for revenge, but to find our place in the world.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Filmmaker Mark Cousins, who was brought up in a Northern Irish war zone, travels to Goptapa, a Kurdish-Iraqi village of just seven hundred people on a tributary of the Tigris river, and tries to make a dream film about a place that is normally only portrayed in current affairs programmes. He gives the kids cameras, and they make their own little movies about war, love, a fish that goes to a magical place, and a chicken who debates justice.
Who’s in it. The First Movie stars Mark Cousins as Self – Documentarist and Gharib Ahmad Rauf as Self – Translator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The First Movie has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Movie page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Movie (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Movie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Movie worth watching?
- The First Movie holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The First Movie?
- The First Movie stars Mark Cousins and Gharib Ahmad Rauf.
- When was The First Movie released?
- The First Movie was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.