What Remained

At a glance

What Remained, is a 2020 Egyptian movie, directed by Rogina Bassaly, and starring Safia ElEmary, Aïcha Ben Ahmed, Osama Asaad. with a runtime of 37 minutes.

Overview

What Remained is a documentary that doubles as a heartfelt ode to the golden age of Egyptian cinema. It traces a love story between Sharif and Laila, torn apart by the intervention of religion, as Sharif moves forward and Laila remains anchored in the past — until fate brings them back together. At the center of the film stands the legendary figure of the seamstress Souad Hosny, whose life and work serve as a portal into the world of classic Egyptian filmmaking. Blending romantic longing with cultural nostalgia, the film celebrates an era when Egyptian cinema shaped the imagination of the Arab world.

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