Cairo Nights
Cairo Nights

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Cairo Nights

1939
Movie
105 min
Arabic

A desert girl goes to Cairo to search for the man from the city who promised to marry her. In the city, she falls into the clutches of a salon owner who tries to exploit her artistic talents. She becomes a famous artist, and her family comes looking for her And take revenge on her.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: William McGannGenres: Drama, Romance, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman travels to Cairo to find her missing father, a respected archaeologist. She becomes entangled in a mystery involving stolen artifacts and a dangerous criminal element. As she navigates the exotic city, she encounters both peril and potential romance.

Critical Reception

This film is considered a minor entry in the career of Jane Withers, who was transitioning from child star to a more mature actress. Reviews were generally lukewarm, with some critics finding the plot predictable and the performances adequate but not outstanding.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a convoluted plot.

  • Jane Withers shows glimpses of her potential in a more mature role.

  • The exotic setting is not fully utilized.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Cairo Nights' are scarce due to its age and limited distribution. Those available suggest a typical B-movie of its era, with some appreciating the adventure elements and Withers' performance, while others found it to be dated.

Fun Fact

This film was part of a period where studios experimented with showcasing their young stars in more adult-oriented roles as they outgrew their childhood personas.

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