The Network


1h 37m 2013

Brief Synopsis

After years of Taliban control, the only real media in Afghanistan is a state-run radio station. With the change in government, Saad Mohsen and his family launch an independent TV station called Tolo despite having little media experience. With programming like the talent show "Afghan Star" and the

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Also Known As
Network
MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2013

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 37m

Synopsis

After years of Taliban control, the only real media in Afghanistan is a state-run radio station. With the change in government, Saad Mohsen and his family launch an independent TV station called Tolo despite having little media experience. With programming like the talent show "Afghan Star" and the police drama "Eagle 4," Tolo upends conventional Afghan norms and starts real debate in a country torn by never-ending war.

Film Details

Also Known As
Network
MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2013

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 37m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Limited Release in United States October 4, 2013

Released in United States 2013 (Documentary Spotlight)

Released in United States 2013

Limited Release in United States September 27, 2013

Limited Release in United States September 27, 2013 (New York)

Limited Release in United States October 4, 2013 (Los Angeles)