Eye of the Sun
2008 · Movie · 90 min. · Egypt
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.
Direction Ibrahim El-Batout
Cast Hanan Youssef · Boutros Boutros-Ghali · Ramadan Khater · Hanan Adel · Samar Abdelwahab · Mariam Abodouma · Maryam Saleh
Soundtrack Amir Khalaf
Screenplay Ibrahim El-Batout · Tamer El Said
Cinematography Hesham Farouk Ibrahim
Original title Ein Shams
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Not rated (FilmAffinity)
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