Tickling Giants is a 2017 American documentary film directed by Sara Taksler, about the story of Bassem Youssef, who, in the midst of the 2011 Egyptian revolution, left his job as a heart surgeon to become a full-time comedian. Dubbed "The Egyptian Jon Stewart," Bassem creates the satirical show Al Bernameg. Tickling Giants follows the team of Al Bernameg as they endure physical threats, protests, and legal action as a result of the show.
Tickling Giants (2017)
Directed by Sara Taksler
Genres - Documentary |
Release Date - Apr 10, 2017 |
Run Time - 111 min. |
Countries - United States of America |
MPAA Rating - TV-14
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Movie Info
Official Site
Box Office
$51,499
Themes
Tags
Al Bernameg, Egyptian, Giants
Attributes
Filming Location: Egypt
Alternate Titles
Tickling Giants
US
Щекоча гигантов
RU