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Amir - An Afghan Refugee Musician's Life in Peshavar, Pakistan

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Amir - An Afghan Refugee Musician's Life in Peshavar, Pakistan. © RAI

Director John Baily
Country/Production UK
Release 1994
Length 52 mins
Format Colour / DVD / PAL or NTSC / All region
Location Pakistan / Asia
Ethnic Group Afghan
Comments Study guide available.

Order No RAI-200.147
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Amir, an Afghan refugee in Pakistan, tells his story through music. His work with other musicians and his precarious existence as a refugee are at the centre of the film. Sensitive camerawork and direction makes this a film of insight and beauty.

 

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