The Abandoned Cinema in Egypt, also known as Cinema of the Desert, is a surreal, unfinished outdoor theater located in the Sinai Peninsula, near Sharm El Sheikh. The cinema was originally constructed by a group of Europeans with the idea of offering a unique movie-watching experience in the vast desert landscape. It consists of rows of wooden seats and a large screen frame, surrounded by the barren beauty of the Egyptian desert.

However, the cinema was never used. Legend has it that technical issues, such as power supply problems or local disapproval, prevented the first screening, leaving the project abandoned. Over time, the desert's harsh conditions have weathered the seats and structure, turning the site into an eerie, picturesque relic.

Today, the abandoned cinema remains a mysterious and unusual landmark, attracting adventurous tourists intrigued by its story and haunting appearance in the middle of the desert.

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http://www.euronews.com/ It is a film title to sum up events in Egypt, 'Winter of Discontent'. As director Ibrahim el-Batout stood among the crowds in Cairo's Tahrir Square on the eve of Hosni Mubarak's overthrow last year, his first instinct was to start filming.

A call to actor Amr Waked and actress Farah Youssef, and within a few hours the trio were shooting a scene in Tahrir in which a man searches for his girlfriend amid the throng. 'Winter of Discontent' was in production.

The movie sends out a message of hope that marks a more upbeat departure for the Egyptian director who spent almost two decades portraying the despair of war.

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Egypt has the biggest cinema industry in the Middle East, producing more commercial films then all other Arab countries combined. But for the next three years, the holy month of Ramadan, which is based on the lunar calender, will fall in the height of summer -- which is usually the top season for cinema in Egypt. It means production companies are facing a massive drop in ticket sales. A natural-sound version of an AFPTV report

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Egypt has the biggest cinema industry in the Middle East, producing more commercial films then all other Arab countries combined. But for the next three years, the holy month of Ramadan -- which is based on the lunar calender -- will fall in the height of summer, usually the top season for cinema in Egypt. It means production companies are facing a massive drop in ticket sales. Duration: 02:15

Gods of Egypt - Bow Before Me or Die: Set (Gerard Butler) uses Horus's (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) coronation as an opportunity to seize the throne from his family.
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The survival of mankind hangs in the balance when Set (Gerard Butler), the merciless god of darkness, usurps Egypt's throne and plunges the prosperous empire into chaos and conflict. Hoping to save the world and rescue his true love, a defiant mortal named Bek (Brenton Thwaites) forms an unlikely alliance with the powerful god Horus (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau). Their battle against Set and his henchmen takes them into the afterlife and across the heavens for an epic confrontation.

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What began as a small collection of pictures and posters from southern Egypt now includes items, film and camera equipment from all over the country.

Egypt has long been renowned for its cinema and timeless films, from the legacy of Abdel Halim Hafez's classics to the captivating melodies of Shadia that resonate in the hearts of many. These works remain etched in the memories of art lovers despite the influx of foreign films. In the heart of the Egyptian capital, Cairo, a small cinema emerges as a cultural symbol of creativity, providing a unique space for films for over a decade amid economic and political turmoil. This cinema remains a beacon of hope, opening its doors to art enthusiasts and offering a diverse selection of films, challenging pressures and obstacles. It reflects a rich artistic history, as Egypt was known as the Hollywood of the Arab world, and continues to highlight the importance of art in shaping the cultural identity of the country.

In this episode of the Kawalis podcast, esteemed film theorist and filmmaker Viola Shafik delves into the intricacies of Arab cinema, discussing its unique characteristics, historical milestones, and the role of film in navigating themes of displacement and colonialism. Through a rich conversation, Shafik shares insights from her illustrious career, offering perspectives on film archives, the pioneering era of Arab film from 1896 to the 1930s, and the impact of Studio Misr on Egyptian cinema.

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01:33 Displacement: Shafik Reflects on the Theme of Displacement in Arab Cinema
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34:42 Appreciating Films: How to Develop a Deeper Appreciation for Films
36:50 Documentary as a Medium: The Significance of Documentary Filmmaking in Arab Cinema
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52:44 Next 10 Years: Predictions for the Future of Arab Cinema

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One might think that a desert would be the last place where one would expect a cinema hall. But an eccentric French artist by the name Diynn Eadel didn't share that point of view. He built The Seventh Art Cinema, an open air movie theater in the Sinai peninsula. But after its abandonment, the place became known as The End of World Cinema.
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Most people fight with their siblings, but the conflicts between Moses and his siblings are pretty epic. But we can learn a few things about forgiveness, hatred, love, holding grudges, and healing broken relationships from the stories of Moses, Rameses, Miriam, and Aaron.

Licensed therapist Jonathan Decker and filmmaker Alan Seawright talk about the cinematic masterpiece The Prince of Egypt, and how even though we're not fighting off plagues (well, we kinda are right now) or freeing an entire people from being enslaved, the relationships in this movie are very relatable and there's a lot we can learn from them. Plus, the music and animation are absolutely gorgeous, and the cast is phenomenal.

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