The Charcoal Maker
1973, Arabic. Directed by Mohamed Bouamari.
Film describes the miserable existence of a charcoal-burner who is barely able to feed his family. His search for work in town ends in failure and he is forced to return to his village.
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Arabic
- Rated
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- Released
- 2 January 1973
- Original title
- Ah Faham - الفحام
- Country
- Algeria
- Written by
- Mohamed Bouamari
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How long is The Charcoal Maker?
The Charcoal Maker runs 86 minutes (1h 26m).
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Which OTT platform is The Charcoal Maker on?
The Charcoal Maker isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 January 1973. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Charcoal Maker?
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Who directed The Charcoal Maker?
The Charcoal Maker (1973) was directed by Mohamed Bouamari and stars Fettouma Ousliha-Bouamari, Youcef Hadjam, Mustapha El Anka.