Global Voices

Before the Spring, After the Fall

Filmed before, during, and after the beginning of the Egyptian revolution, this film tells the stories of a few remarkable young people as they seek the freedom to define themselves and shape their world. In 2008, a film crew began documenting Egypt's small heavy metal community. Oppressed by massive social forces beyond their control, the kids saw music as their outlet. Then the revolution began.

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Filmed before, during, and after the Egyptian revolution, Before the Spring, After the Fall is the story of remarkable young people seeking the freedom to define themselves. In 2008, a film crew began documenting a group of young heavy metal musicians in Egypt. Oppressed by massive social forces beyond their control, the kids saw music as their outlet. Then everything burst wide open.

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