contemporary Egyptian cinema
Film review: In ‘Al-Mosafer,’ traveler is in need of a map
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September 28, 2011
Film review: In ‘Al-Mosafer,’ traveler is in need of a map
Two years ago, organizers of the Cairo International Film Festival were determined to get their hands on the highly anticipated…
Mohamed Karim: Doctor turned international film star
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July 4, 2011
Mohamed Karim: Doctor turned international film star
Rising Egyptian actor Mohamed Karim was born to a whole family of medics, so it seemed inevitable he would inherit…
Film review: Director’s mistakes spoil ‘Al-Fagoumi’
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June 25, 2011
Film review: Director’s mistakes spoil ‘Al-Fagoumi’
The word “Al-Fagoumi” - the alias of Egyptian poet Ahmed Fouad Negm - is a linguistic combination of three Arabic…
‘Microphone’ awarded best feature-length film at Tarifa Festival
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June 20, 2011
‘Microphone’ awarded best feature-length film at Tarifa Festival
Egyptian film “Microphone,” written and directed by Ahmad Abdalla, won the best feature-length film award during the African Film Festival…
The 34th Cairo International Film Festival: More films, fewer stars
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November 29, 2010
The 34th Cairo International Film Festival: More films, fewer stars
Preparations are underway at the Cairo Opera House for the opening ceremony of the 34th Cairo International Film Festival and…