Gruß aus Libyen oder Grün ist eine schöne Farbe

The film provides a reportage-like insight into the country of Libya and its social development. The focus is particularly on the "Green Revolution", i.e. the fight for water for a large-scale national agricultural program. This has led to the settlement of new settlers in the coastal strip between Benghazi and Dorna, whose lives are also reported on.

Directed by Winfried Junge, Gruß aus Libyen oder Grün ist eine schöne Farbe leans on a strong ensemble — Winfried Junge — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about documentary titles of 1989.