Cast: Ahmed Bedir

Direction Marwan Hamed

Cast Adel Imam · Nour El-Sherif · Youssra · Essad Youniss

Synopsis The Yacoubian Building (2006) is set in a historic and visually striking apartment complex in Cairo, originally constructed in 1934 and named after the Armenian community leader. The film, inspired by Alaa’ Al Aswani's acclaimed novel, weaves together the stories...

Direction Ali Badrakhan

Cast Soad Hosny · Ahmed Zaki · Mahmoud Abdel Aziz · Ahmed Mazhar

Synopsis Shafika we Metwali (1979) is set in the rural landscapes of Egypt during the 1860s, where the dynamics of family, youth, and beauty clash with the forces of wealth and influence. The narrative unfolds as these elements intertwine, creating a...

Direction Youssef Chahine

Cast Latifa · Ahmed Bedir · Ahmed Wafik · Magda-El-Khatib

Synopsis Skoot hansawwar (Silence... We're Rolling) (2001) is a delightful blend of comedy and drama directed by the renowned Egyptian filmmaker Youssef Chahine. The story revolves around Malak, a celebrated Tunisian singer portrayed by Latifah, whose professional and personal life is...

Direction Hadi El Bagoury

Cast Amr Youssef · Ahmed Malek · Ahmed Dawood · Maged El Kedwany

Synopsis Hepta: The Last Lecture (2016) follows the journey of Dr. Shukri Mokhtar, a distinguished expert in social psychology, celebrated for his knack for addressing the most straightforward queries. In his final lecture, he tackles the fundamental question: "How do we...

Direction Youssef Chahine

Cast Mahmoud El-Meliguy · Hoda Soltan · Shukry Sarhan · Soheir El-Morshidy

Synopsis The Return of the Prodigal Son (1976) tells the story of a political activist who, after spending many years behind bars, is finally set free and comes back to his family's farm. His return disrupts the existing dynamics among his...

Direction Ali Badrakhan

Cast Farid Shawqi · Soad Hosny · Nour El-Sherif · Kamal Al-Shennawi

Synopsis Karnak Café (1975) unfolds in Egypt, where a cohort of university students find themselves detained despite their innocence. The reason behind their arrest is their frequent gatherings at the renowned "Karnak" café, a hub for intellectuals and thinkers who occasionally...

Direction Wael Ehsan

Cast Maged El Kedwany · Eyad Nassar · Sawsan Badr · Mohamed El-Sawy

Synopsis An hour and a half (2012) presents a reimagined account of the 2002 al-Ayyat train disaster in Egypt, where more than 360 passengers and civilians lost their lives. The film delves into the societal issues that have plagued Egypt in...

Direction Hesham Issawi

Cast Mohamed Ramadan · Maryhan · Ahmed Bedir · Sana Mouziane

Synopsis Cairo Exit (2010) presents a compelling narrative of modern-day Cairo, focusing on a pair of ill-fated lovers and the societal and cultural barriers that permeate the city's varied communities. This unflinching drama marks a significant evolution in contemporary Egyptian cinema,...

Direction Khairy Beshara

Cast Sherihan · Fardous Abdel Hamid · Ahmed Abdelaziz · Samir Abdullatif

Synopsis El-toq wa el-iswerah (1986) is a poignant cinematic adaptation of Yahia Al Tahir Abdulla's novel, set in the historic town of Karnak, Luxor. The narrative revolves around Hazina (Fardous Abdel Hamid), a resilient woman who shares her home with her...

Direction Youssef Chahine

Cast Ahmed Bedir · Safia El-Amary · Mahmoud Hemida · Yousef Ismail

Synopsis The Emigrant (1994) follows the journey of Ram, a young man from a destitute tribe in a desolate region, who yearns for a different existence. Trapped among his crude brothers, who are consumed by envy and greed, Ram faces a...

Direction Mohamed Khan

Cast Khaled Abol Naga · Hend Sabry · Menna Shalabi · Ahmed Bedir

Synopsis Downtown Girls (2005) follows the journey of two ambitious women navigating the bustling urban landscape. The film captures their daily struggles, triumphs, and the unforgettable experiences they encounter while pursuing their dreams in the heart of the city. Through their...