Said Effendi
"In 1950s Baghdad, a schoolteacher tries to navigate the delicate balance between parenting, community harmony, and personal ethics without violence."
Originally released in 1957. Said Effendi is a feature film. directed by Kameran Husni. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Youssef El Ani, Sousan Husni, and Abdel Wahid Taha
Synopsis
An Iraqi film follows the story of the teacher, Said, as he moves from one house to another, eventually settling in the home of Azzat, a neighboring coffee seller. The film unveils the hypocrisy of the neighborhood residents who conceal malicious intentions and feign love, all the while observing signs of neglect permeating the area. When the owner of the house requests Said to leave, the residents vehemently oppose his departure. They unite against the homeowner, sparking a confrontation between Said's son and Azzat's sons, ultimately prompting Said's son to seek revenge.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1957
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
9.5/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Iraq
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- Compagnie Aflam Alyom
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Said Effendi about?
An Iraqi film follows the story of the teacher, Said, as he moves from one house to another, eventually settling in the home of Azzat, a neighboring coffee seller. The film unveils the hypocrisy of...
Who directed Said Effendi?
Said Effendi was directed by Kameran Husni.
How long is Said Effendi?
Said Effendi has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was Said Effendi released?
Said Effendi was released on January 2, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Said Effendi?
The main cast of Said Effendi includes Youssef El Ani, Sousan Husni, Abdel Wahid Taha, Jaafar Al-Saadi, Zainab.