Cast
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Mervat Amin
as Afaf
Mohamed Reda
as Shanawany
Youssef Wahby
as Boss
Tawfiq Al-Deqen
as Abdel Mohaymin
Emad Hamdy
as Branch Manager
Zouzou Chakib
as Shanawany's Wife
Mohamed Awad
as fattouh
Abdel Moneim Ibrahim
as جميل الفتك
Nabil ElHegrassy
as عزت
Ibrahim Saafan
as عبد المرضي
Adly Kasseb
as المدير العام
Mohamed Shawqi
as حشمت
Ragaa Sadiq
as
Hala ElShawarby
as زوبا
Fahmy Amman
as غندور
Crew
Director
- Helmy Rafla
Writer
- Faisal Nada
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
Housing crisis represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Romance cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Helmy Rafla 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1972, 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 Housing crisis took approximately 36 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 125 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 172 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 313 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 65 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1972, when this film was released:
- Environmental awareness was growing as a social concern.
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While Housing crisis shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Love and Learn, which focuses more on action than character development, Housing crisis subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Emperor Chien Lung and The Gendarme in New York explore similar territory, Housing crisis stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: March 8, 1972
- Runtime: 2h 5m
