Cinema Cairo
Dream Factory on The Nile

By Rasha Azab
Foreword by Mustapha Darwish
Edited by Sherif Boraie
Hardcover | 96 pages | 44 illustrations | 17×24 cm | English
2017 | ISBN 97897758642539

Cinema Cairo explores Egyptian cinema history, featuring a selection of over 40 significant films from 1925 to 2002 – the early days, its star-studded era, and the evolving landscape of twentieth-century filmmaking. 

Each film entry reveals fascinating stories about the cast, directors, and insights into the controversies and social consequences associated with these influential films. 

The book incorporates visuals such as film posters and memorabilia to complement the narrative and offer a visual dimension to the history of Egyptian cinema.