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Secrets & Deals (2022)

"How Britain Left the Middle East"

0.020220h 54mEN
Documentary

Directed by Paul Mitchell

Rating

0.0/10

Runtime

0h 54m

Language

EN

Release

September 6, 2022

Director

Paul Mitchell

Overview

In 1971, Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE ceased to be part of Britain’s empire in the Middle East and became fully independent states. BBC News Persia and BBC Arabic collaborate in this gripping film, to uncover the secrets and shady deals that underpinned the decolonization process. From eye-witness acc...

Cast

Nawal Al-Maghafi

Nawal Al-Maghafi

Narrator

Kayvan Husseini

Kayvan Husseini

Self

Wafa Alsayed

Wafa Alsayed

Self

Andy Secombe

Andy Secombe

William Luce

Poppy Allen-Quarmby

Poppy Allen-Quarmby

Daphne Blackman

John Sackville

John Sackville

Julian Bullard

Hywel Morgan

Hywel Morgan

Gorowny Roberts

John Coles

John Coles

Self

Abdulkhaleq Abdulla

Abdulkhaleq Abdulla

Self

Taqi Albaharna

Taqi Albaharna

Self

Terence Clark

Terence Clark

Self

Richard Luce

Richard Luce

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Secrets & Deals (2022), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In 1971, Bahrain, Qatar and the UAE ceased to be part of Britain’s empire in the Middle East and became fully independent states. BBC News Persia and BBC Arabic collaborate in this gripping film, to uncover the secrets and shady deals that underpinned the decolonization process. From eye-witness accounts of a British-organised coup to Iran being left in control of disputed islands, it's a fascinating insight to a murky history.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Secrets & Deals. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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