A Camel
A Camel

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A Camel

1981
Movie
14 min
No Language

The short film Jamal (1981) by Ibrahim Shaddad is a report from the life of a camel, most of which plays out in a dreary, small room – a sesame mill.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Peter CollinsonGenres: Drama, Action, Adventure, War

Plot Summary

In the vast expanses of the desert, a seasoned camel driver named Sandy is tasked with guiding a small group through treacherous terrain. As they navigate the unforgiving landscape, they encounter various challenges that test their resilience and camaraderie. The journey becomes a perilous test of survival against the elements and potential dangers lurking in the desolate wilderness. Sandy's leadership and knowledge of the desert are crucial to their safe passage.

Critical Reception

A Camel received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its visual scope and O'Toole's performance, while others found the narrative to be predictable and somewhat slow-paced. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the adventure elements and desert setting, while others were less engaged by the story's development.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its picturesque desert cinematography and the commanding presence of Peter O'Toole.

  • Criticized for a thin plot and pacing issues that diminish the overall impact of the adventure.

  • Viewed by some as a serviceable, albeit unremarkable, desert adventure film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for A Camel are scarce, making it difficult to ascertain a definitive consensus. However, those available suggest a lukewarm reception, with viewers often noting the film's visual appeal but finding the story lacking in excitement or depth.

Fun Fact

Peter Collinson, the director, is perhaps best known for directing the original 1969 film 'The Italian Job'.

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