Movie spotlight
Gold
Anwar Wagdi plays vagabond musician Alfredo, who comes across an abandoned baby in the night. He tries his best to get our heroes someone to take it and raise it. When that fails, he has no choice but to raise it on his own. He names the child, Dabab, after the beautiful woman he's encountered on the street. Years pass and Dahab grows up to be the Faryuz, who is actually cute, talented and far less grating than our Ms. Temple. Many Chaplinesque hijinks ensue as Alfredo and Dahab play music on the streets, try to scam free food wherever they can and convince the owner of a successful nightclub to let Dahab perform.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary explores the history and significance of gold, from its discovery and extraction to its use in jewelry and currency. It showcases the arduous process of mining gold and the allure it has held for humanity throughout the ages.
Critical Reception
As a historical short documentary, 'Gold' was likely appreciated for its educational value and its ability to convey information concisely. Specific critical reviews from its release are scarce, but such films often served to inform and engage audiences on various topics.
What Reviewers Say
Provides a brief but informative look at the precious metal.
Highlights the historical importance and extraction of gold.
A concise educational piece suitable for its time.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific historical short documentary is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Short documentaries like 'Gold' were often screened before feature films in cinemas during the 1950s, serving as educational or newsreel content for audiences.
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