The Man Behind The Microphone
Synopsis
Hedi Jouini is the most popular musical star in Tunisian history, known as the “Frank Sinatra of Tunisia”. His songs continue to inspire revolutionaries and conservatives alike, striking at the heart of the post-colonial social and political upheaval of Tunisia and its continuing search for identity in the wake of the Arab Spring. But why did he keep his fame hidden from his family? What dark secrets did he keep from the nation that worshipped him? ‘The Man Behind the Microphone’ reveals the incredible story behind a man and his music, and o ers fascinating insight into Tunisia’s cultural evolution. The film builds a profound portrait of the godfather of Tunisian music – father to a nation yet not to his family.
Official Selection IDFA 2017 - European premiere
http://themanbehindthemicrophone.com
Details
- Year
- 2017
- Type of film
- Features
- Running Time
- 85 mins
- Format
- HD
- Director
- Claire Belhassine 1st Feature
- Producer
- Claire Belhassine
- Executive Producer
- Mike Lerner
- Editor
- Adam Finch, Joby Gee
- Director of Photography
- Jay Odedra
- Sound
- Tatiana El-Dahdah
- Music
- Piano Interrupted
Genre
Production status
Complete
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Last updated 19th June 2018
