Cairo as Told by Youssef Chahine

This concise masterpiece began as a commission by French TV for the news series Envoyé spécial. By filming Cairo with his unique sense of artistic digression, Chahine transformed this portrait of a city into the self-portrait of a filmmaker.

23min
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About Cairo as Told by Youssef Chahine

Cairo as Told by Youssef Chahine Overview

This concise masterpiece began as a commission by French TV for the news series Envoyé spécial. By filming Cairo with his unique sense of artistic digression, Chahine transformed this portrait of a city into the self-portrait of a filmmaker.

Runtime: 23min

Extra details

Original Title: القاهرة منورة بأهلها
Original Language: Arabic
Directed By: Youssef Chahine
Production Companies
MISR International FilmsThe National Center of Cinema