FRONTRUNNER 
| Directed by: | Virginia Williams |
|---|---|
| Written by: | Virginia Williams |
| Country: | Afghanistan |
| Created: | 2007 |
| Runtime: | 90 min. |
| Member: | Virginia |
Average rating: 4.8 by 5 users
Film Description:
Synopsis
The setting: Afghanistan's first democratic election--ever. In the aftermath of 9/11, America's military might has set the stage. But who will determine the fate of democracy in Afghanistan? “Vote for the mother,” Dr. Massouda Jalal shouts to the crowd. FRONTRUNNER tells the heroic story of this medical doctor and mother of three. As a children's advocate, she defied the murderous Taliban regime. Now, she boldly runs for president -- the only woman in a field of 17 candidates. In a dramatic turn of events, she holds the fate of the country's first presidential election in her own hands. Amidst death threats and bomb attacks, Jalal doggedly campaigns from the back of a taxi, in mosques, in homes, in busy markets and in the streets. Her courage shows that it’s the dangerous work done by ordinary Afghans—women and men—that will determine the fate of a newly born democracy.
Forms: Documentary, Feature, Television
Genres: Human Rights, Independent, War/Peace, Reality
Niches: Asian American, Islamic, Third World, Women
Cast & Crew
Fardeen Hassami (Location Manager), Halima Kazem (Coproducer), Rory O'Connor (Executive Producer), Susan Bryant (Associate Producer), Virginia Williams (Director, Producer)
WritingVirginia Williams (Writer)
CameraGary Keith Griffin (Cinematographer/DP), John Monte (Additional Photography, Sound Mixer), Susan Bryant (Sound Mixer)
Post ProductionAaron Rocket (Assitant Editor), Diego Adamson (Assitant Editor), Steve Armstrong (Picture Editor)
MusicJerry Busher (Original Music/Composer)
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Frontrunner 2-minute clip
See the longer one at www.frontrunnermovie.com
6 Comments about FRONTRUNNER
Jun 01, 2008 12:44AM
Hello dear Virginia
I saw the film it was realy mean full and i hope you to have the same project ahead thanks
Fardeen Hussami
Jan 18, 2008 11:53AM
This film brings a great "insider" look into the political process in Afghanistan. And, becasue this one-of-a-kind film focuses on a woman candidate, it is a remarkable story.
FRONTRUNNER is screening at such an important time in 2008 -- as the next round of elections are scheduled to occur in Afghanistan -- that this film is an important historical account for the Afghan electorial process!
Jan 12, 2008 03:10PM
Between Benazir and Hilary... Wishing Massouda, Nasrine and the other courageous women could be with us in Park City.
Jan 12, 2008 03:08PM
I put this as recommended viewing for people getting oriented to potential work supporting Afghanistan's next elections. Can't wait to see the final version!
Mar 08, 2007 08:49AM
We would love to review your film!
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Mar 08, 2007 07:26AM
Looking forward to hearing comments on what you think about the film-- anything goes! -- Virginia
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