Voices of Bam (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 7.5

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Released in 2006, Voices of Bam is a documentary film directed by Aliona van der Horst, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Two Dutch filmmakers travel to the Iranian city of Bam to chronicle the aftermath of a December 2006 earthquake that claimed 43,000 lives and left 60,000 homeless. Survivors reflect on the catastrophe in voice-over narration that's accompanied by images of a wrecked metropolis fighting to pull itself back together. The gripping documentary received its North American premiere at the 2006 Tribeca Film Festival.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Voices of Bam 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 Voices of Bam page.

If you liked it. Fans of Voices of Bam tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Voices of Bam (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Voices of Bam change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Voices of Bam worth watching?
Voices of Bam holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Voices of Bam released?
Voices of Bam was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.