Cast
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Amina Rizk
as Doriya
Abbas Fares
as Al-Sharqawi / Abdel Fattah Pasha Sharif
Serag Mounir
as Officer Fahim
Fakher Fakher
as Fathi
Bishara Wakim
as Abd El Basset
Abdel Aziz Khalil
as Khalil
Latifa Nazmy
as Khadija
Mahmoud Reda
as Sheikh Abdullah
Souad Hussein
as Souad
Abdel Moneim Ismail
as أحد أفراد العصابة
Reyaad ElQasabgy
as أحد أفراد العصابة
Fouad Fahim
as The Pasha
Laila Fawzy
as Kawthar
Hassan Fayek
as Mustafa Wahawy
Sayed Suleiman
as Mahmoud
Crew
Director
- Kamal Selim
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Les Miserables 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 Kamal Selim 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 1943, 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 Les Miserables took approximately 23 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 173 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2073 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 65 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1943, when this film was released:
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
While Les Miserables shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Street Without End, which focuses more on action than character development, Les Miserables offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Needle Theory and Ashes and Diamonds explore similar territory, Les Miserables 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: October 4, 1943
- Runtime: 1h 55m
