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The Accidental Rebel 2019

★ 5.84 votes108 min📅 2019-10-03
Drama

When a quiet life in Hamburg becomes Karim's norm, a shocking phone call shatters his peace and thrusts him onto a perilous journey back to Syria.

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Director: Randa Chahoud

Cast

Mehdi Meskar
Mehdi Meskar
Karim
Emily Cox
Emily Cox
Lilly
Jonas Nay
Jonas Nay
Max
Husam Chadat
Husam Chadat
Amira Ghazalla
Amira Ghazalla
Neil Malik Abdullah
Neil Malik Abdullah
Ali
Youssef Maghrebi
Yussuf
Astrid Rashed
Mother
Sascha Weingarten
Sascha Weingarten
Jonas Merseburg
Thomas Niehaus
Thomas Niehaus
Olaf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Accidental Rebel (2019) about?

A Syrian student living peacefully in Hamburg receives devastating news—his brother has been imprisoned in a notorious Aleppo jail. He must leave his pregnant girlfriend behind and risk everything to bring his brother home, facing political chaos and personal danger along the way.

Who directed The Accidental Rebel?

The film was directed by Randa Chahoud, known for her emotionally charged storytelling and focus on cultural and political themes.

Who stars in The Accidental Rebel?

The cast includes Mehdi Meskar as Karim, Emily Cox as Lilly, Jonas Nay, Husam Chadat, and Amira Ghazalla.

Is The Accidental Rebel (2019) worth watching?

While IMDb ratings aren't available, *The Accidental Rebel* offers a gripping drama grounded in real-world struggles, making it a poignant watch for fans of character-driven films. Its exploration of displacement and family duty adds depth beyond typical thrillers.

How long is The Accidental Rebel?

The film has a runtime of 108 minutes.

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About The Accidental Rebel (2019) — A Syrian student's desperate quest in a war-torn homeland

When a quiet life in Hamburg becomes Karim's norm, a shocking phone call shatters his peace and thrusts him onto a perilous journey back to Syria. Directed by Randa Chahoud, *The Accidental Rebel (2019)* follows this Syrian student as he leaves behind his pregnant girlfriend to navigate war-torn streets, bureaucratic nightmares, and the shadow of an infamous prison in Aleppo.

With a backdrop of political unrest and personal sacrifice, the film explores themes of displacement, family bonds, and the quiet courage of ordinary people caught in extraordinary circumstances. Chahoud crafts a tense, intimate drama where every decision could mean life or death, capturing the raw humanity of those trapped between two worlds.