Sayedat el kasr
Sayedat el kasr

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Sayedat el kasr

1958
Movie
85 min
Arabic

A chance meeting at an auction brings together Sawsan, a working-class girl and Adel, heir to a vast fortune with several estates to his name. This leads to a whirlwind marriage. This development spells trouble for Adel's fair-weather bourgeois clique, who are used to manipulating him with their own financial interests at heart.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Hassan al-ImamGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy and beautiful woman, frustrated by her husband's lack of attention, seeks solace and attention elsewhere. This leads to a complex web of relationships and emotional turmoil as she navigates societal expectations and her own desires. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of seeking fulfillment outside of marriage.

Critical Reception

Sayedat el kasr was a significant film in Egyptian cinema, praised for its dramatic storytelling and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Samia Gamal and Ferid El-Atrash. It was considered a box office success and contributed to the romantic melodrama genre's popularity in the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling romantic drama and emotional depth.

  • Samia Gamal's performance as the titular character was widely lauded.

  • The film effectively captured the societal nuances of its time.

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Fun Fact

Ferid El-Atrash, who also starred in the film, was a renowned singer and composer in Egypt, and his musical contributions often enhanced his film roles.

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