Bizarre World of Iraq's Notorious Dictator Revealed in Documentary `Uncle Saddam,' Released on DVD for the First Time from Xenon Pictures; Available April 2.Entertainment Editors Topical News: War On Terrorism Terrorist acts and the threat of Terrorism have occupied the various law enforcement agencies in the U.S. government for many years. The Anti-Terrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act of 1996, as amended by the usa patriot act LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 24, 2003 "Intriguing and bizarre...Paints Saddam as the genocidal Jerry Seinfeld. The madness of kings was never this mad." -- Maureen Dowd, The New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of Times The up-close-and-personal life of Iraq's maniacal ma·ni·a·cal or ma·ni·ac adj. Suggestive of or afflicted with insanity. dictator, Saddam Hussein, is captured in the fascinating documentary, UNCLE SADDAM, available April 2, 2003 on DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. for the first time from Xenon xenon (zē`nŏn) [Gr.,=strange], gaseous chemical element; symbol Xe; at. no. 54; at. wt. 131.29; m.p. −111.9°C;; b.p. −107.1°C;; density 5.86 grams per liter at STP; valence usually 0. Pictures. The announcement was made today by Leigh Savidge, Founder, President & CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Xenon Pictures. UNCLE SADDAM features the strange practices and erratic behavior of one of the world's most fanatical despots -- an obsessive-compulsive germaphobe whose idea of a relaxing fishing expedition Also known as a "fishing trip." Using the courts to find out information beyond the fair scope of the lawsuit. The loose, vague, unfocused questioning of a witness or the overly broad use of the discovery process. involves powerful explosives and his servants, rather than the traditional hook, line and sinker Sinker A bond whose payments are provided by the issuer's sinking fund. Notes: A portion of these bonds are retired by the issuer each year. See also: Sinking Fund, Super Sinker Sinker . The film is not a spoof -- the footage is real and the translation is accurate. Award-winning French filmmaker Joel Soler gained extensive access to Saddam under the guise of filming the country's architecture and the toll of UN sanctions against Iraq. Soler was able to capture the oppressive leader in a myriad of never-before-seen settings. He conducted interviews with key individuals in Saddam's inner circle and traveled to Jordan, Egypt, France and England to interview eyewitnesses. With a satiric tone, the documentary reveals the true nature of the man and the harsh conditions his people endure. Comments Savidge, "Given the current political climate, UNCLE SADDAM offers U.S. audiences a candid look at the enigmatic Iraqi tyrant, focusing on his almost unbelievably bizarre habits and tendencies. Truth, in his case, is stranger than fiction." Filmmaker Soler adds, "It is shameful the amount of power this man exerts over his people. While he lives an extravagant lifestyle, the Iraqi citizens live in squalor. I think the American people will find my documentary intriguing, informative and unexpectedly entertaining." Packaged with a "100% Anti-Saddam" certification sticker, the new DVD offers 90 minutes of engaging footage, with narration written by "Kids In The Hall" alum Scott Thompson; an in-depth interview with Soler; "dictators of the world" trading cards; an interview with Saddam's former interior decorator (who has since "disappeared"); and graphic illustrations of Saddam's intertwined family tree. UNCLE SADDAM has received critical acclaim at international film festivals, including the United Nations Association Film Festival, Amsterdam Documentary Film Festival, Bangkok International Film Festival and Vancouver International Film Festival, to name a few. In November 2002, Cinemax aired UNCLE SADDAM for the first time to U.S. television audiences, and the film has been featured in many publications, including USA Today, New York Times, Washington Times, Newsday, Los Angeles Times Los Angeles Times Morning daily newspaper. Established in 1881, it was purchased and incorporated in 1884 by Harrison Gray Otis (1837–1917) under The Times-Mirror Co. (the hyphen was later dropped from the name). , and more. Xenon Pictures, Inc. is a Los Angeles-based distributor of multi-cultural and "dynamic niche" films to the global marketplace. |
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