The Cave
2019 · Movie · PG-13 · 107 min · ★ 7.2 · 90% critics
In war-torn Syria, an underground field hospital becomes a lifeline for civilians and children caught in relentless attacks. The film follows a team of doctors and nurses as they treat the injured, face constant danger, and try to hold onto hope while the world above collapses.
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Details
- Years
- 2019
- Release date
- 2019-10-18
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 107 min
- Max quality
- HD
- Critic score
- 90/100
- TMDB rating
- 7.2/10 (53 votes)
About
If you want an intense, up-close documentary about courage under fire and the human cost of war, this delivers; Not for you if you avoid graphic, emotionally heavy real-life suffering like in 5 Broken Cameras.
Pros: gripping frontline urgency; powerful human moments; inspiring medical teamwork | Cons: extremely distressing scenes; relentless tension; emotionally exhausting watch
Themes
- peace
- conflict
- human rights
Awards & recognition
- European Film Award — Best Documentary · 2020 · nominated
Cast & crew
- AB
Amani Ballour
as Herself
- SN
Salim Namour
as Himself
Directed by Feras Fayyad