The Traveller
Originally released in 2009. The Traveller is a drama film. directed by Ahmed Maher. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Omar Sharif, Khaled El Nabawy, and Cyrine Abdel Nour
Synopsis
Love, passion, responsibility and loss follow a man over the course of half a century in this powerful drama from Egypt. In 1948, Hassan is working his first day on the job for a telegraph company when he has to deliver a telegram to Noura, a beautiful woman who is waiting on a ship docked in the harbor. The message is from Noura's fiancé, but when Hassan sees her, he acts on an impulse, and by the end of the day he's slept with Noura. In 1973, Hassan crosses paths with Noura again; her brother is in the hospital, and Hassan happens to meet Nadia, the beautiful woman's daughter who he may have fathered. And in 2001, elderly Hassan visits Cairo and meets Ali, Nadia's son, and both are taken aback at the similarities between them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 25, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
2h 5m
125 minutes total
User Rating
8.0/10
Excellent (2 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Egypt
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
- Budget
- $20,000,000
Production Companies
- Egyptian Ministry of Culture
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Traveller about?
Love, passion, responsibility and loss follow a man over the course of half a century in this powerful drama from Egypt. In 1948, Hassan is working his first day on the job for a telegraph company ...
Who directed The Traveller?
The Traveller was directed by Ahmed Maher.
How long is The Traveller?
The Traveller has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).
When was The Traveller released?
The Traveller was released on June 25, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Traveller?
The main cast of The Traveller includes Omar Sharif, Khaled El Nabawy, Cyrine Abdel Nour, Amr Waked, Basma.