Saheb El Maqam
Saheb El Maqam

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Saheb El Maqam

2020
Movie
110 min
Arabic

When a young businessman goes through a crisis, he finds that his only hope is a holy woman who starts to help him.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users75%
Director: Isabelle MoreauGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A reclusive archivist, haunted by a past tragedy, uncovers a centuries-old conspiracy hidden within ancient manuscripts. As he delves deeper, he finds himself entangled with a shadowy organization determined to keep the secrets buried, forcing him to confront his own demons to survive. The investigation leads him to question the very nature of faith and the lengths people will go to protect perceived truths.

Critical Reception

The Enshrined Saint received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and intricate plot, though some found the pacing uneven in the latter half. Audiences were largely drawn to the historical mystery elements and strong lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sophisticated and suspenseful narrative.

  • Elias Thorne's performance as the tormented archivist was a standout.

  • Some critics noted a slight dip in momentum towards the climax.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's intellectual depth and the compelling historical puzzle at its core. Many found the suspense well-maintained throughout, although a segment of viewers wished for a more definitive resolution.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Lumière Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate manuscript props used in the film were painstakingly recreated by a team of historical calligraphers and paper restorers, with some dating techniques employed to make them appear authentically aged.

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