Democracy Afghan Style

Follow the stories of two Afghans vying to represent their provinces in the age-old Loya Jirga.

Directors: Tamara Gould, Jon Shenk
Producers: Bonni Cohen, Tamara Gould

Production Company
Actual Films

Release Date
September 9, 2004

Democracy Afghan Style follows the personal stories of two Afghans who face political opposition and physical intimidation as they risk their lives to participate in the future of their country. This feature length documentary tells the larger story of the war-torn nation trying to create peace, stability, and possibly democracy amidst the chaos of tribalism, a destroyed political culture, and the U.S. war on terror.

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