Hayati hi althaman
Hayati hi althaman

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Hayati hi althaman

1961
Movie
90 min
Arabic

A wealthy old man meets a young woman who he gets infatuated with, but he feels that her husband is an obstacle in his way,so he decides to offer him a clinic to keep him busy and then sends him abroad. But when he tries to get closer to the woman,she pushes him away and he decides to expose her.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Adel El SabaaGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman's life is turned upside down when she becomes entangled with a wealthy businessman who is married. She finds herself in a difficult situation, navigating societal pressures and her own desires. The film explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the consequences of choices made under duress.

Critical Reception

As a classic Egyptian melodrama, 'Hayati hi althaman' was popular in its time, resonating with audiences for its emotional storytelling and star power. Contemporary reviews often highlighted the performances of its lead actors and its engaging plot, characteristic of Golden Age Egyptian cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong dramatic performances, particularly from Samia Gamal and Farid Shawqi.

  • Noted for its engaging, albeit melodramatic, storyline that captures the complexities of romantic relationships and societal expectations.

  • Considered a representative example of popular Egyptian cinema from the early 1960s.

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Fun Fact

The film features iconic Egyptian actors Samia Gamal and Farid Shawqi, who were a prominent on-screen couple during the peak of Egyptian cinema's Golden Age.

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