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IMDb rating 7.5
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Critic rating 8.3

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Critic Monica Castillo
rated 8

...it’s a beautifully shot documentary that’s as stunning as the images are harrowing.

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Critic Eric Kohn
rated 8

A Gripping Look at a Woman Saving Lives in Post-Apocalyptic Syria.

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Critic Cath Clarke
rated 8

This powerful, immensely moving documentary follows the courageous medical staff who must treat injured children as bombs fall around them.

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Critic Roger Moore
rated 8

Fayyad’s message to a deaf world wrapped up in more crises than it can cope with is “DO something.”

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Critic Freja Dam
rated 10

’The Cave’ er hård, men du vil ikke fortryde at få åbnet dine øjne.

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Critic Mikkel Krebs Behnke
rated 8

Der er filmoplevelser, man aldrig glemmer – hvor billederne brænder sig fast på nethinden og lydene bliver siddende i øregangene.

Read full review at Filmmagasinet Ekko

Cast & Crew

Feras Fayyad
Director
Feras Fayyad
Writer
Amani Ballour
As Herself
Salim Namour
As Himself
Matthew Herbert
Composer
Alisar Hasan
Writer

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The Cave is a powerful and emotional documentary that shines a light on the untold story of a group of female doctors who have established an underground field hospital in the Syrian province of Ghouta. Despite the constant threat of bombardments and chemical attacks, these brave women, led by pediatrician Dr. Amani, work tirelessly to restore hope and safety to the thousands of children and civilians affected by the ruthless civil war. The film follows their incredible efforts, showcasing their resilience, courage, and female solidarity in the face of unimaginable adversity. Through their work, the documentary highlights the importance of standing up against oppression and seeking justice for innocent victims caught in the crossfire. With its stirring portrayal of hope and resilience, The Cave is a testament to the strength of human spirit and a powerful reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always a way to find light.

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