Cast
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Mike Tyson
as Rick
Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson
as Frank
Amr Saad
as Yahya Firon
Mohammad Lotfi
as Hamzah el-Argantini
Ruby
as Dahab
Bayoumi Fouad
as Sayyed Wilah
Mahmoud Abdel Moghny
as Radhi el-Afrit
Suzan Najm Aldeen
as Galilah
Ahmad Fahmy
as Najah/Idiot drug dealer
Mostafa Mansour
as Major Walid el-Sirgani
Hamdy Al Merghany
as Hatatah Sayyed Wilah
Ramez Amir
as Yunus
Qamar
as Rama
Maya Talem
as Raghdah/Firon's divorcee
Raby Saad
as Abdullah Yahya Firon
Crew
Director
- Raouf Abdul Aziz
Writer
- Mohamed Gamal Badr
- Karim Hassan Bashir
Producer
- Mohamed El Sobky
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Pharaoh's War distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Raouf Abdul Aziz 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 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Pharaoh's War took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 110 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 150 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 69 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 375 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 4, 2019
- Runtime: 1h 50m
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