Al-Zamahlawia

At a glance

Al-Zamahlawia, is a 2008 Egyptian movie, directed by Ashraf Fayeq, and starring Ezzat Abu Ouf, Salah Abdallah, Hala Fakher, with a runtime of 126 minutes. Content rating: PG.

Overview

Al-Zamahlawia is an Egyptian social comedy that uses fierce football rivalry to explore themes of fanaticism, love, and national unity. Two families — the Ahly-devoted household of Mukhtar Salem, played by Salah Eidullah, and the staunchly Zamalek family of Shehata Hussein, played by Izzat Abu Auf — have long been bitter enemies because of their opposing club loyalties. When Hassan, son of Shehata, falls for Abeer, daughter of Mukhtar, played by Bushra, with Ahmed Azmi in the role of Hassan, their romance threatens to ignite an already volatile feud. The film culminates in a call for unity that transcends club colours, offering a warm and funny Egyptian comedy for sports fans and families alike.

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