Cairo Calling
Originally released in 2005. Cairo Calling is a drama film. directed by Xiaodan He. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Barbara Alexandre, Joseph Antaki, and Francois Bryon
Synopsis
Ahmed is in for the shock of his life when his mother calls from Cairo to announce her imminent visit to Montreal . He has to clean up his act to get ready for her arrival. He convinces his entourage to play along for the duration of her stay, telling them that the visit is a short one. But Mother has other plans... She is a woman on a mission and is ready to stay for as long as it takes for her to see it through. In fact, she has an open ticket! Ahmed's patience as well as his friends' will be severely tested as his mother tries to bring her old world values into their lives. But she too will get tested when she realizes the true meaning of the old saying : be careful what you wish for, it may just come true...
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 28, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- CBC Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cairo Calling about?
Ahmed is in for the shock of his life when his mother calls from Cairo to announce her imminent visit to Montreal . He has to clean up his act to get ready for her arrival. He convinces his entoura...
Who directed Cairo Calling?
Cairo Calling was directed by Xiaodan He.
How long is Cairo Calling?
Cairo Calling has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was Cairo Calling released?
Cairo Calling was released on February 28, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cairo Calling?
The main cast of Cairo Calling includes Barbara Alexandre, Joseph Antaki, Francois Bryon, Claudette Del Burgo.