Cast
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Nour El-Sherif
as بهجت الأباصيري
Mervat Amin
as المدرسة عفاف
Youssef Fakhr El Din
as أحمد الشاعر
Mohamed Awad
as مرسي الزناتي
Samir Ghanem
as المدرس علام
Tawfiq Al-Deqen
as عبدالوهاب ابولطفي
Mohamed Reda
as المعلم الزناتي ابومرسي
Amal Ibrahim
as اخت الزناتي
Mansour Al Jawhari
as
George Sedhom
as
Abdel Moneim Madbouly
as
Sayed Zayan
as
Zakaria Mouafi
as
Crew
Director
- Hossam ElDein Mostafa
Writer
- Ali Salem
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The School of Mischief examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Hossam ElDein Mostafa brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1973, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The School of Mischief took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 115 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 172 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 1860 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 43 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1973, when this film was released:
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While The School of Mischief shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Popeye the Sailor Meets Ali Baba's Forty Thieves, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, The School of Mischief subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like A Summer in La Goulette and Feelings explore similar territory, The School of Mischief stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: December 31, 1973
- Runtime: 1h 55m
