Al-Shahat

movie

movie poster for Al-Shahat

Released August 20, 1973

Overview

The story revolves around Omar Al-Hamzawi, a lawyer who lives with his wife Zainab and their two daughters Jamila and Buthaina. Omar has many thoughts about life and existence. After his illness, he travels to Alexandria to get out of his depression, but it increases after his return. His orientations change after his return and he becomes a nightclub goer. He also gets to know the singer Margaret and many other women after that. His life changes again towards isolation, Sufism, and reading the Quran.

Runtime

2h 18m


Budget

$,10,000


Origin Country

Egypt


Original Language

Arabic


Original Title

الشحات


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Egypt

Spoken Languages

  • العربية (Arabic)

Crew

Posters

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