Uncle Saddam
Brief Synopsis
Cast & Crew
Joel Soler
Wallace Langham
John Baker
Joel Soler
Scott Thompson
Gerard Ungerman
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Synopsis
In Iraq there is a saying: There are 20 million Iraqis, and there are also 20 million portraits of Saddam Hussein. This is a biting look at the dictator who hijacked Iraq through violence, and sustains his power through a cult of personality that sees him and his many palaces on the front page of every newspaper. The film contains never-before-seen footage of the Iraqi president and all-present leader, plus exclusive interviews with Saddam's inner circle. We're allowed a glimpse into Saddam's odd personal life, and we see him in a more intimate way that ever before. Yet the film also reveals Saddam for the power-hungry, bloodthirsty murderer that he is, detailing the revenge and betrayal among his closest advisors, virtually all of whom are the leader's relatives.
Director
Joel Soler
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Released in United States April 7, 2003
Released in United States Winter January 1, 2001
Straight-to-video release
Feature directorial debut for former French talk show host and journalist Joel Soler.
Shown at Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival October 16 - November 12, 2000.
Shown at Vancouver International Film Festival September 22 - October 5, 2000.
video
color
Released in United States Winter January 1, 2001
Released in United States April 7, 2003
