It is an unmatched feeling, finishing a movie that burrows in your brain and stays with you for hours and days after. Occasionally, a film comes along that helps people grow, encourages them to question aspects in their lives, and awakens them to endless possibilities. While feel-good movies play a valuable role, thought-provoking films are movies that demand repeat viewings, frequent discussions, and in-depth analysis. From the praised direction of Marwan Hamed, Amr Salama, and Hady el-Baqoury, here are five of Egypt’s most intellectually-stimulating films to watch. Turab el-Mass (Diamond Dust) – 2018 Based on author Ahmed Murad’s novel, Turab el-Mass (Diamond Dust) stands out as one of the most unique psychological thrillers in Egypt’s cinematic history. Directed by the talented Marwan Hamed, the film features a stellar cast, including Asser Yassin, Menna Shalaby, Maged el-Kedwany, and others. It entwines the genres of crime, mystery, and drama, following Taha, played by Yassin, a simple man working in a pharmacy, whose life is turned upside down when his father is brutally murdered. Taha discovers secrets about his father’s life, and unveils a troubling world of crime and corruption. Where to watch:…
