Love & Pride
Love & Pride

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Love & Pride

1972
Movie
111 min
Arabic

After getting dumped by Adel, Zizi marries Hussein just to keep her pride. They agree to get divorced after a while, until she finds out that Hussein is helping her father in his financial crisis without mentioning anything.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This dramatic romance follows the tumultuous relationship between a young woman and her wealthy, domineering lover. Set against the backdrop of societal expectations and personal ambitions, their love is tested by class differences and individual desires. As they navigate their feelings, they confront the harsh realities that threaten to tear them apart.

Critical Reception

Love & Pride received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged the performances, many found the plot predictable and the themes underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the romantic elements and others criticizing its lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to explore complex emotional territory but often falls short.

  • Performances are a saving grace for some, though the script is considered weak.

  • A conventional romance narrative that offers little new to the genre.

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Fun Fact

The film was an early directing effort for Arthur Allan Seidelman, who would later find more success in television directing.

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