An Egyptian Story (1982)
Original title: حدوتة مصرية
An Egyptian Story is a 1982 Arabic-language drama movie directed by Youssef Chahine, with a running time of 2h. It stars Nour El-Sherif, Yousra and Soheir El-Bably.
After we last see him in "Alexandria, Why?" Egyptian filmmaker Yehia Mourad is in his thirties, and successful in his work, he has grown distant from his wife and children and suffers a symbolic blockage of the heart while shooting the final scenes of his latest film. After being flown to England for evaluation, it's determined that Yehia must undergo emergency surgery. Fact and fiction blend seamlessly, with healthy doses of cleverly absurdist fantasy, as the film explores the various personalities and forces that have made Yehia (and Youssef Chahine) the man he has become.
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What is An Egyptian Story about?
After we last see him in "Alexandria, Why?" Egyptian filmmaker Yehia Mourad is in his thirties, and successful in his work, he has grown distant from his wife and children and suffers a symbolic blockage of the heart while shooting the final scenes of his latest film. After being flown to England for evaluation, it's determined that Yehia must undergo emergency surgery. Fact and fiction blend seamlessly, with healthy doses of cleverly absurdist fantasy, as the film explores the various personalities and forces that have made Yehia (and Youssef Chahine) the man he has become.
When was An Egyptian Story released?
An Egyptian Story was released on 27 September 1982.
How long is An Egyptian Story?
An Egyptian Story runs 2h.
Who made An Egyptian Story?
An Egyptian Story was directed by Youssef Chahine.
Where can I watch An Egyptian Story?
An Egyptian Story is available on Criterion Channel.
Where to watch An Egyptian Story
Stream: Criterion Channel