Out of Place: Memories of Edward Said


2h 18m 2006

Brief Synopsis

A look at the life and work of Edward Said (1935-2003), the Palestinian-born intellectual who wrote widely on history, literature, music, philosophy and politics. Investigated are Said's childhood influences and his intellectual legacy, especially the importance of his work in literary criticism an

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MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Foreign
Release Date
2006

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 18m

Synopsis

A look at the life and work of Edward Said (1935-2003), the Palestinian-born intellectual who wrote widely on history, literature, music, philosophy and politics. Investigated are Said's childhood influences and his intellectual legacy, especially the importance of his work in literary criticism and postcolonial studies, his love of music, his role on the Palestine National Council, his troubled relationship with Yasir Arafat, and his position as the most articulate spokesperson for the Palestinian cause in the United States.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Foreign
Release Date
2006

Technical Specs

Duration
2h 18m

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Released in United States Fall October 11, 2006

Released in United States Fall October 11, 2006