Seas of Thirst

At a glance

Seas of Thirst, is a 1981 Egyptian movie, directed by Atteyat El-Abnoudy. with a runtime of 44 minutes.

Overview

Bihar al-Attash (Seas of Thirst) is an Egyptian drama set in the northern coastal region around the salt lakes of El Borrolos, where rural communities struggle to survive amid a devastating drought. The film offers a raw and compassionate portrait of human resilience in the face of water scarcity and environmental hardship. Rooted in the fragile ecosystem of Egypt's northern lakes, Seas of Thirst explores how nature's cruelty reshapes lives, relationships, and hope — making it an essential watch for fans of Egyptian social cinema and environmental drama.

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