Egyptian Actor Ahmed Hatem promoted his new film “Al-Molhed,” (The Atheist) which is scheduled to premiere in cinemas on New Year’s Eve, December 31.
Hatem shared the film’s poster on his Facebook page, captioning it, “In the name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.”
Producer Ahmed al-Sobky said the film’s release date of December 31 follows a long period of controversy and repeated requests to ban its screening.
This decision came after writer Ibrahim Eissa announced that the Egyptian judiciary had issued its final ruling allowing the film’s release and rejecting all lawsuits seeking to halt its screening.
Sobky shared the official trailer for the film on his social media accounts, writing: “The official trailer for ‘The Atheist’ is out! December 31in all Egyptian cinemas.”
The film boasts a stellar cast, including Hatem, Sherine Reda, Mahmoud Hamida, Sabreen, Naglaa Badr, and Tara Emad, along with several other actors. It is written by Ibrahim Eissa and directed by Mohamed al-Adl.
“The Atheist” explores the growing phenomenon of atheism among some young people and its impact on individuals and society. Through a bold social commentary, it reflects the struggle for identity and the search for personal convictions in a rapidly changing world.
