After 30 years of war and Taliban rule pop Idol has come to Afghanistan. Millions are watching the TV series 'Afghan Star' and voting for their favorite singers by mobile phone. For many this is their first encounter with democracy. This timely film follows the dramatic stories of four contestants as they risk all to become the nation's favorite singer. But will they attain the freedom they hope for in this vulnerable and traditional nation?
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Havana Marking directs this documentary about the Afghan version of the television show 'Pop Idol', which has taken the country by storm. After 30 years of war and Taliban rule, millions across Afghanistan watch the reality series on TV and vote for their favourite singers via their mobile phones; for many their first encounter with democracy. The film follows four of the contestants who risk their personal safety - and even their lives - to appear on the show.
Please note this is a region 2 DVD and will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play. After 30 years of war and Taliban rule, pop Idol has come to Afghanistan. Millions are watching the TV series 'Afghan Star' and voting for their favorite singers by mobile phone. For many this is their first encounter with democracy. This timely film follows the dramatic stories of four contestants as they risk all to become the nation's favorite singer. But will they attain the freedom they hope for in this vulnerable and traditional nation?
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