The Leech
Originally released in 1956. The Leech is a drama/music film. directed by Salah Abu Seif. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Shadia, Tahiya Cariocca, and Shoukry Sarhan
Synopsis
A rural mother sells her only cow in order to enroll her son, an imam (Shukri Sarhan) at Dar al-Uloom College. When an imam arrives in Cairo, he rents a room in the Citadel area from a domineering woman named Shafa'at (Tahiya Karioka) who is fascinated by his youth and vitality and lures him into practicing vice with her. As a result, he stumbles in his studies and health. At this time, a girl whom she and her father knew from a young age helps him to get rid of all the corruption in which he lives, and her father advises him to stay away from intercessions, but the intercessions plots against him in an attempt to stay with her.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 9, 1956
70 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (6 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Egypt
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- أفلام وحيد فريد
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Leech about?
A rural mother sells her only cow in order to enroll her son, an imam (Shukri Sarhan) at Dar al-Uloom College. When an imam arrives in Cairo, he rents a room in the Citadel area from a domineering ...
Who directed The Leech?
The Leech was directed by Salah Abu Seif.
How long is The Leech?
The Leech has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was The Leech released?
The Leech was released on January 9, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Leech?
The main cast of The Leech includes Shadia, Tahiya Cariocca, Shoukry Sarhan, Abdel Warith Assir, Serag Mounir.