Eye of the Sun
2008·Egypt·90 min.
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From once being the capital of Egypt during the Pharaonic era and a sacred location marked by the visit of Jesus and the Virgin Mary, Ein Shams has become one of Cairo's poorest and most neglected neighbourhoods. Through the eyes of Shams, an eleven year old girl who lives in this neighbourhood, the film captures the sadness and magic that envelops everyday life in Egypt. In a series of heart-rending events, the diverse characters of the film showcase the intricacies of Egypt's political system and social structure, and give a glimpse into the grievances of the Middle East region and the complex relationships of its nations.
DirectorIbrahim El-Batout
MusicAmir Khalaf
CinematographyHesham Farouk Ibrahim
CastHanan Youssef·Boutros Boutros-Ghali·Ramadan Khater·Hanan Adel·Samar Abdelwahab·Mariam Abodouma·Maryam Saleh
Original titleEin Shams