The Shanabs

At a glance

The Shanabs, is a 2023 Egyptian movie, directed by Ayten Amin, and starring Layla Olwy, Lebleba, Sawsan Badr. with a runtime of 110 minutes.

Overview

The Shanabs is an Egyptian comedy series that follows Laila, a young woman suffocated by her mother's overbearing control over her life. When a family member passes away, the two travel to Alexandria to pay their respects — and what begins as a somber obligation quickly unravels into a cascade of comic situations. The arrival of four aunts, their children, and their grandchildren under one roof ignites a chain of misunderstandings and personality clashes that expose the chaotic warmth of the Arab extended family. The series blends sharp social observation with lighthearted humor, celebrating the quirks and contradictions of family life in a way that resonates deeply with Arab audiences.

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