Eye of the Sun
Ibrahim El Batout
Feature Film | Egypt | 2008 |
90 min.
From once being the capital of Egypt during the Pharaonic era and a sacred location marked by the visit of Jesus and the Virgin Mary, Ein Shams has become one of Cairo's poorest and most neglected neighbourhoods. Through the eyes of Shams, an 11-year-old girl inhabitant of this neighbourhood, the film captures the sadness and magic that envelops everyday life in Egypt. In a series of heart-rending events, the diverse characters of the film showcase the intricacies of Egypt's political system and social structure.
Co-presented by Moroccan American Association of California (MAACA, The Census Bureau, ADC-LA Chapter, Zahra Pictures
Print Source: Batout Films, batoutfilms@gmail.com
