Aisha Can't Fly Away
عائشة لا تستطيع الطيران
Synopsis
Aisha, a 26-year-old Sudanese woman, lives in Ain-Shams, a neighborhood in Cairo with a large African migrant community. The authorities’ indifference to the violent tensions between Egyptians and various African nationalities, has allowed different gangs to seize control of the neighborhood. The situation quickly turns sour after one of them offers Aisha security in exchange for a favor.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Aisha Cant Fly Teaser FinalOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-11-02
Top Cast
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Buliana Simon Arop
Aisha
Ziad Zaza
Zuka
Emad Ghoniem
Abdoun
Mamdouh Saleh
Khalil
Maya Mohamed
Tawfiqah
Mohammad Abdelhady
Mr. Abdelhady
Walid Abu Saree
The Accountant
Islam Shalaby
Cook
Islam Salah
Ibrahim
Ensaf Mohamed
Elderly Woman
Esther Hanna
Ghada
Fatouma
The French-speaking Maid
Sandy
Aisha's Sister (Saeeda)
Shaimaa Magdy
The Nurse
Achai Ayom
Nova
Nour El-Gendy
Omar's Mother
Hamza Ismail
Omar
Mohamed Moatasem
Mohamed
Release History & Theatrical Window
Golden Apricot International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Morad Mostafa
- Screenplay & Story
- Mohammad Abdulqader, Morad Mostafa
- Original Title
- عائشة لا تستطيع الطيران
- Country of Origin
- Egypt, Qatar, Tunisia, Germany, Sudan, France, Saudi Arabia
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, French
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Production Studios
- Station Films, Nomadis Images, MAD Solutions, Lagoonie Film Production, Film Clinic, Sophie Dulac Productions, CineWaves Films, Bonanza Films, AAFilms, Coorigines Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Morad Mostafa
Mohammad Abdulqader, Morad Mostafa, Sawsan Yusuf
Mostafa El Kashef
Mohamed Mamdouh
Sawsan Yusuf
Department Leadership Roster
Mostafa El Kashef
Director of Photography
Nayera El Dahshoury
Costume Design
Mohamed Mamdouh
Editor
Sawsan Yusuf
Producer
Morad Mostafa
Director
Mohammad Abdulqader
Screenplay
Morad Mostafa
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Sexualized Violence • Violence • Injury
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aisha Can't Fly Away
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What is Aisha Can't Fly Away about?
Aisha, a 26-year-old Sudanese woman, lives in Ain-Shams, a neighborhood in Cairo with a large African migrant community. The authorities’ indifference to the violent tensions between Egyptians and various African nationalities, has allowed different gangs to seize control of the neighborhood. The situation quickly turns sour after one of them offers Aisha security in exchange for a favor.
Who directed Aisha Can't Fly Away?
Aisha Can't Fly Away was directed by Morad Mostafa.
Who stars in Aisha Can't Fly Away?
The principal cast of Aisha Can't Fly Away includes Buliana Simon Arop, Ziad Zaza, Emad Ghoniem, Mamdouh Saleh, Maya Mohamed.
When was Aisha Can't Fly Away released and how long is it?
Aisha Can't Fly Away was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 2h 12m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Aisha Can't Fly Away?
Aisha Can't Fly Away holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).