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Javier Bardem narrates Sahara conflict documentary on Sky Arte

publication · 2026-05-05

The documentary 'Sons of the Clouds', directed by Álvaro Longoria and produced and hosted by Javier Bardem, airs Friday 16 September on Sky Arte HD. The film examines the political situation in North Africa, focusing on Western Sahara, a non-self-governing territory according to the United Nations. Bardem guides viewers through global diplomacy and the harsh realities faced by abandoned populations, aiming to understand mechanisms and prevent new conflicts in Africa.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'Sons of the Clouds' airs on Sky Arte HD on Friday 16 September.
  • Directed by Álvaro Longoria, his first narrative documentary.
  • Produced and hosted by actor Javier Bardem.
  • Focuses on the political situation in North Africa and Western Sahara.
  • Western Sahara is considered a non-self-governing territory by the United Nations.
  • Bardem explores global diplomacy and the reality of abandoned populations.
  • The film aims to understand mechanisms and prevent new conflicts in Africa.

Entities

Artists

  • Javier Bardem
  • Álvaro Longoria

Institutions

  • Sky Arte HD
  • United Nations
  • Artribune

Locations

  • North Africa
  • Western Sahara
  • Africa

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