The Nightingale's Prayer

The Nightingale's Prayer


Starring:Hamama, Mazhar
Studio: AFD
Product Type: DVD

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Based on the novel by the great Egyptian novelist, Taha Hussein, "The Nightingale's Prayer" stars the first lady of the Arab silver screen, Faten Hamama. This compelling tale of love and betrayal, set in the upper Egyptian countryside, follows the story of Amna (Hamama) as she plots her revenge on the engineer (Ahmed Mazhar) who destroyed her family's honor. A gripping portrait of a courageous young woman's rebellion against tradition and poverty, this film is an undiscovered masterpiece of world cinema. DVD EXTRAS include English and French subtitles, rare original trailer and filmographies.
The Nightingale's Prayer
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Timeless story
  • A Masterpiece of World Cinema
The Nightingale's Prayer
Starring: Hamama , and Mazhar
Manufacturer: AFD
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B00016EUXQ
Release Date: 2003-12-01

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Based on the novel by the great Egyptian novelist, Taha Hussein, "The Nightingale's Prayer" stars the first lady of the Arab silver screen, Faten Hamama. This compelling tale of love and betrayal, set in the upper Egyptian countryside, follows the story of Amna (Hamama) as she plots her revenge on the engineer (Ahmed Mazhar) who destroyed her family's honor. A gripping portrait of a courageous young woman's rebellion against tradition and poverty, this film is an undiscovered masterpiece of world cinema. DVD EXTRAS include English and French subtitles, rare original trailer and filmographies.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Timeless story.......2005-12-26

The film adaptation of a book by Tana Hussien, a remarkable man and author. The story of a young woman's journey from isolated rural life to a small Egyptian city with her family where her life changes direction. A marvelous window into another world. For information on Tana Hussien, see article.

5 out of 5 stars A Masterpiece of World Cinema.......2004-01-17

A moving examination of love and betrayal...Intensely acted and directed. Don't miss it.

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