In Light of the Revolution

At a glance

In Light of the Revolution, is a 2015 Egyptian movie, directed by lone falster and Iben Haahr Andersen. with a runtime of 55 minutes.

Overview

In Light of the Revolution is a documentary set against the charged atmosphere of Cairo during the 2011 Arab Spring, focusing on a group of Egyptian women artists, photographers, musicians, and actresses who channel the era's turbulence into creative expression. Through their work, these women articulate hopes, fears, and visions for a transformed Egypt while the film simultaneously examines the particular obstacles women face in Egyptian society during a period of dramatic political upheaval. Part portrait, part historical document, the film offers an intimate feminist perspective on one of the most consequential moments in modern Arab history.

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