Egypt, City of the Dead
Égypte : La Cité des morts
Synopsis
A portrait of the City of the Dead, an inhabited cemetery just outside of Cairo and on the fringes of the city’s public dumping ground, like a living reproach and a bad conscience. Starting from the City of the Dead, the film shows the populous neighborhoods of Cairo in the grip of hypertrophy and misery, every day more threatened by paralysis.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Once Upon a Time in Beirut – Homage to Jocelyne Saab
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jocelyne Saab
- Original Title
- Égypte : La Cité des morts
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, French
- Runtime
- 38m
- Production Studios
- France•3
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jocelyne Saab
Department Leadership Roster
Jocelyne Saab
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Egypt, City of the Dead.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Egypt, City of the Dead
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Egypt, City of the Dead about?
A portrait of the City of the Dead, an inhabited cemetery just outside of Cairo and on the fringes of the city’s public dumping ground, like a living reproach and a bad conscience. Starting from the City of the Dead, the film shows the populous neighborhoods of Cairo in the grip of hypertrophy and misery, every day more threatened by paralysis.
Who directed Egypt, City of the Dead?
Egypt, City of the Dead was directed by Jocelyne Saab.
Who stars in Egypt, City of the Dead?
The principal cast of Egypt, City of the Dead includes Not specified.
When was Egypt, City of the Dead released and how long is it?
Egypt, City of the Dead was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 38m.