The City
Originally released in 1999. The City is a drama film. directed by Yousry Nasrallah.
Starring Bassem Samra, Mohamed Nagaty, and Ahmed Azmy
Synopsis
Ali, an aspiring actor, works in a government-aided butchery and takes part in a cheap play. Defying his father's wishes, he moves to Paris to fulfill his dreams and starts living illegally alongside many other Arabs. Ali has a life-changing experience there that he won't fully remember until he returns to Egypt.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 1, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (6 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Egypt
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- أفلام مصر العالمية (يوسف شاهين وشركاه)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The City about?
Ali, an aspiring actor, works in a government-aided butchery and takes part in a cheap play. Defying his father's wishes, he moves to Paris to fulfill his dreams and starts living illegally alongsi...
Who directed The City?
The City was directed by Yousry Nasrallah.
How long is The City?
The City has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The City released?
The City was released on August 1, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The City?
The main cast of The City includes Bassem Samra, Mohamed Nagaty, Ahmed Azmy, Basma, Abla Kamel.