Not just anyone can write a well structured storyline that entails complex characters, an intelligent thought-provoking plot and believable dialogue; the late Egyptian screenwriter Wahid Hamed however, manages to weave all three aspects together seamlessly throughout the many films he has written over the years. Hamed started his career in screenwriting in the 1970s after initially having started as a writer of short stories. He recalls however having been encouraged to go into screenwriting by shirt story writer and playwright Youssef Idriss. Since the 1970s and onwards, Hamed’s career boomed as he offered Egyptian television new and bold content. The late screenwriter was known to tackle somewhat sensitive or taboo topics that would address Egypt’s complex social and political climate. Throughout the early years of his career, we formed partnerships with certain actors and directors such as Adel Imam and Sherif Arafa. He has written over 80 films and television shows throughout his career, some of which have received both local and international awards. The following five films are amongst the screenwriter’s most well-known films, all of which offer wonderful and unique insight into Egyptian society and politics. Al Baree’…
5 Must Watch Wahid Hamed Films Tackling Egyptian Politics and Society
January 11, 2021
