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The Sparrow

August 26, 1972 1h 50m 6.3/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1972. The Sparrow is a drama film. directed by Youssef Chahine.

Starring Seif Abdelrahman, Habiba, and Salah Qabil

Synopsis

Set shortly before and during the Six Day War in June of 1967, The Sparrow follows a young police officer stationed in a small village in Upper Egypt whose inhabitants suffer from the harassment of a corrupt businessman.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 26, 1972 53 years ago
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Runtime 1h 50m 110 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (6 votes)
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Language AR Original language
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Country Egypt + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
AR

Production Companies

  • أفلام مصر العالمية (يوسف شاهين وشركاه)
  • MH Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sparrow about?

Set shortly before and during the Six Day War in June of 1967, The Sparrow follows a young police officer stationed in a small village in Upper Egypt whose inhabitants suffer from the harassment of...

Who directed The Sparrow?

The Sparrow was directed by Youssef Chahine.

How long is The Sparrow?

The Sparrow has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).

When was The Sparrow released?

The Sparrow was released on August 26, 1972 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Sparrow?

The main cast of The Sparrow includes Seif Abdelrahman, Habiba, Salah Qabil, Mohsena Tawfiq, Ali Al Sharif.