Cairo Classics
Sa’eed Effendi
In 1950s Baghdad, schoolteacher Said Effendi moves with his family to a new neighborhood after being evicted. Tensions quickly arise with his neighbor, Abdullah the shoemaker, due to conflicts between their children. Said must navigate growing hostility while trying to raise his children with values and maintain peace in the community.
| Start | End | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-14 18:00:00 | 2025-11-14 18:00 | Zamalek Cinema 2 |
Film Details
Director: Kamaran Hassani
Countries: Iraq
Languages:
Runtime:
Color: Black and white
Kamaran Hassani
He was a pioneering Iraqi filmmaker known for Saïd Effendi (1957), a landmark in Iraqi cinema. A former photographer, he portrayed Baghdad’s social life with depth and realism. Though he passed away years ago, his legacy continues to inspire generations of Iraqi filmmakers.
Additional Information
Contacts:
Writers: Kamaran Husni
Cast: Youssef El Ani, Sousan Husni, Abdel Wahid Taha, Jaafar Al-Saadi, Zainab
Production Company:
Producer: Compagnie Aflam Alyom
Editor: Kamaran Husni
Cinematographer: Alberto