"The first film created in Afghanistan since the Taliban régime banned the creation of film, Osama tells a bold story about a small girl who impersonates a boy to support her family under the Taliban."
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"I saw this during my Asian film class and really enjoy it. I never thought to enjoy the characters and the story telling this much. One of the best films of 2003 in my opinion. "
"18.10. 2011
"Osama" is a brutal and honest depiction of religious fanaticism and its terrible consequences. The main character of the story that is based on true events is a young girl who is forced to disguise herself as boy. The Talibans, which is one of the most aggressive Islamic militant groups in the world, take her to a boys' quran school where it is naturally extremely challenging for the girl to hide her true identity."
"DIR: Siddiq Barmak
A 12-year-old Afghan girl and her mother lose their jobs when the Taliban closes the hospital where they work. With her husband and brother dead, killed in battle, there is no one left to support the family. Without being able to leave the house, the mother is left with nowhere to turn. Feeling that she has no other choice, she disguises her daughter as a boy. Now called 'Osama,' the girl embarks on a terrifying and confusing journey as she tries to keep the Taliban from find"
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