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1h 48m 1993

Brief Synopsis

Noubi, an eccentric young man from a wealthy family, decides to donate his fortune to the Communist party. While his family conspires to thwart his intentions, Noubi sets off on a journey in Cairo's underworld.

Film Details

Also Known As
Marcides
MPAA Rating
Genre
Comedy
Release Date
1993

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 48m

Synopsis

Noubi, an eccentric young man from a wealthy family, decides to donate his fortune to the Communist party. While his family conspires to thwart his intentions, Noubi sets off on a journey in Cairo's underworld.

Film Details

Also Known As
Marcides
MPAA Rating
Genre
Comedy
Release Date
1993

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 48m

Quotes

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Received a special mention at the 1994 Carthage Film Festival.

Shown at "Crossroads: The North Africa and Middle East Film Festival" in New York City (Public Theater) May 5-31, 1995.

Shown at Carthage Film Festival November 12-19, 1994.

Shown at Locarno International Film Festival (in competition) August 14-29, 1993.

Shown at New York Lesbian & Gay Film Festival May 12-22, 1994.

Shown at Toronto Festival of Festivals September 9-18, 1993.

b&w

color

dialogue Arabic

subtitled English

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