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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! A daring film addressing the issues of unity, national identity, religious extremism, and political oppression. Mustafa and Boulos, a Muslim and Christian, are both notable members in their respective communities and reject the ideas of religious extremism and political strife dominating current life in Egypt. To protect them, the government assigns them new identities with each assuming a new name indicating a different religious affiliation; Morcos and Hassan. Confronting both political and religious parties head-on, as well as people's religious and ethnic prejudice, puts both their lives in danger from extremists who are intent on building a religious divide and emphasizing differences and past grievances. The film is a political commentary on what is happening now in the Middle East, delivered in a dramatic comedic format. Starring the legends of Arab cinema Omar Sharif and Adel Imam. Also starring Hassan Mustafa, Lublubah, and Youssef Daoud. Script by Youssef Ma'aaty, Directed by Ramy Imam. RUNNING TIME 112 MIN.
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