
From 1960 to 1966, a space project was undertaken in Lebanon. Several rockets, which became larger and more powerful with time, were launched from the hills surrounding Beirut by a group of scientists, university students and army experts. This group, led by Manoug Manougian, was called: The Lebanese Rocket Society.... (Full plot summary below)
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From 1960 to 1966, a space project was undertaken in Lebanon. Several rockets, which became larger and more powerful with time, were launched from the hills surrounding Beirut by a group of scientists, university students and army experts. This group, led by Manoug Manougian, was called: The Lebanese Rocket Society.
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| Total FilmKevin HarleyThe fact that Lebanon had a space programme is just one of the surprises in Khalil Joreige and Joana Hadjithomas' fascinating dispatch from the "who knew?" fringes of docu-making. |
| Time OutTrevor JohnstonThis amazing true story has so much resonance in terms of turbulent Middle East history and the recent reawakening of idealism that it remains a worthwhile watch. |
| Empire MagazineDavid ParkinsonCharming and quirky, this is an often whimsical look at a grave and scary subject. |
| The ListPaul GallagherThe filmmakers end strongly, with the thought that cinema is a place where dreaming is still possible, even in relation to their beloved and troubled Lebanon. |
| GuardianMike McCahillThe flat-footed investigative approach, shuffling between archives, hardly helps. |
| Little White LiesAdam Lee DaviesThis rickety doc on the little-known Lebanese space program lacks thrust and direction. |