Cast
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Tahiya Cariocca
as سهام-زينب
Ismail Yasseen
as هاشم
Rushdy Abaza
as علي فهمي
Soliman Naguib
as عصفور بيه
Zeinat Sedki
as عائشة
Abdelsalam El Nabolsi
as إحسان
Zaki Ibrahim
as الطبيب
Aziz Othman
as
Farag ElNahass
as
كارم محمود
as مطرب
Ahmad Mukhtar
as
Borhan Sadek
as منير
Gracia Kassin
as سيدة في الحديقة
Mokhtar Hussain
as مدرب الملاكمة
Lola Sedki
as سميرة عصفور
Crew
Director
- Helmy Rafla
Writer
- Youssef Gohar
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Al Montaser 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 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1952, 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 Al Montaser took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 105 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 160 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 50 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1952, when this film was released:
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 14, 1952
- Runtime: 1h 45m