The Emigrant
Originally released in 1994. The Emigrant is a drama/history film. directed by Youssef Chahine. With a runtime of 2h 10m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Khaled El Nabawy, Yousra, and Mahmoud Hemida
Synopsis
The biblical tale of Joseph is told from an Egyptian perspective in this interesting character study. In this film, Joseph is called Ram. Ram, tired of his family's backward superstitious life, and tired of being picked on by his brothers, wants to go to Egypt to study agriculture. His brothers travel with him across Sinai, but then suddenly sell him to Ozir, an Egyptian who works for a Theban military leader, Amihar. Amihar is impressed by Ram's drive and personal charm and so grants Ram some desolate land outside the capital. Ram soon finds himself a pawn in the political and sexual games between Amihar and his wife Simihit, a high priestess of the Cult of Amun.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 26, 1994
31 years ago
Runtime
2h 10m
130 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (18 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Egypt
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Emigrant about?
The biblical tale of Joseph is told from an Egyptian perspective in this interesting character study. In this film, Joseph is called Ram. Ram, tired of his family's backward superstitious life, and...
Who directed The Emigrant?
The Emigrant was directed by Youssef Chahine.
How long is The Emigrant?
The Emigrant has a runtime of 2 hours and 10 minutes (130 minutes total).
When was The Emigrant released?
The Emigrant was released on September 26, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Emigrant?
The main cast of The Emigrant includes Khaled El Nabawy, Yousra, Mahmoud Hemida, Ahmad Bedir, Safia ElEmary.