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( Battle of Bridges ) Docudrama Documentary

"Battle of Bridges" is a gripping documentary film that chronicles a pivotal engagement during the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on August 2, 1990. The battle took place near the city of Al Jahra and involved Iraqi forces and sectors of the Kuwaiti army. The Iraqi forces, aiming to enter the Kuwaiti capital, crossed the Kuwaiti border through various axes, with International Highway No. 80 being the most significant.

To counter this invasion, the General Staff Command of the Kuwaiti Army assigned the 35th Armored Brigade, comprising the esteemed Hammurabi Armored Division (Republican Guard), with the crucial task of obstructing the advancing Iraqi forces. Despite facing challenges in fully mobilizing their troops, the 35th Armored Brigade valiantly engaged the Iraqi army convoys with the available resources. During the intense clash, the Iraqi forces received reinforcements from the Medina Armored Division (Republican Guard) and launched an assault on the rear front of the Kuwaiti 35th Brigade.

As ammunition supplies dwindled, the number of Iraqi forces increased, and the brigade found itself encircled, they made the strategic decision to withdraw to Saudi Arabian territory as nightfall approached. Following their entry into Saudi soil, the brigade regrouped, underwent training, and prepared themselves for the imminent liberation war to free Kuwait.

  • hamad yousef maarouf
    Director
  • Dakhil AlNabhan
    Writer
  • Hamad yousef maarouf
    Producer
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    فيلم الوثائقي الديكودراما ( معركة الجسور)
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Television
  • Runtime:
    47 minutes 44 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 1, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    330,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Kuwait
  • Country of Filming:
    Kuwait
  • Language:
    Arabic
  • Shooting Format:
    dcp 25fps
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Accolade Global Film Competition
    La Jolla
    United States
    May 30, 2023
    International premiere
    Award of Merit: Documentary Feature
  • Accolade Global Film Competition
    La Jolla
    United States
    May 30, 2023
    International premiere
    Award of Merit: Liberation / Social Justice / Protest
  • ANATOLIAN FILM AWARDS
    Anatolia, Turkish Anadolu
    Turkey
    June 9, 2023
    International premiere
    Official Selection of Festival's Winning Documentary Film
Distribution Information
  • HA medai
    Distributor
    Country: Kuwait
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - hamad yousef maarouf

Television and film director with over 17 years of experience in the industry, specializing in media. Holds a bachelor's degree in journalism and media from Petra National University in the Kingdom of Jordan.
Known for directing a diverse range of television and cinematic works, including drama series, documentaries, and advertisements. Notable projects include the historical series "Raha al-Ayyam," the documentary film "Humanity..Journey to India," and the scientific program series "The Splendor of Creation."
Additionally, he has directed extensive television coverage of national holidays, religious rites, and other significant events. He has also worked on documentaries, capturing live events and recording programs that document national occasions.
Certified trainer of trainers, recognized by the American Bita institute and accredited by the Applied Authority and the Civil Service Bureau of the State of Kuwait. He has conducted numerous training sessions covering various media, technical, and administrative topics such as media skills, film content analysis, satellite broadcasting technology, presentation techniques, team management, and prioritization.
In the field of public relations, he has held prominent positions and actively participated in trade union activities and conferences since the early stages of his media career. Starting as a skilled graphic designer, he has been involved in managing media campaigns.
He is a proud member of the Kuwaiti Public Relations Association, Kuwaiti Cinema Society, and Kuwaiti Artists and Media Syndicate.

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