The Memories of M. A. Draz

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The Memories of M. A. Draz, is a 2024 Egyptian movie, directed by Maggie Morgan, and starring Noha El Kholy. with a runtime of 82 minutes.

Overview

The Memories of M. A. Draz is a documentary film that retraces the remarkable life of Azharite scholar Mohamed Abdallah Draz through the eyes of his great-granddaughter Noha ElKholy. Decades after his passing, Noha uncovers a precious archive of letters, diaries, and photographs that illuminate a life of profound intellectual and spiritual achievement. Her journey takes her from Draz's humble origins in the village of Mahallat Diyay, through his formative studies in Alexandria, to his celebrated scholarly work in Paris. The film is both a personal family portrait and a tribute to one of Islam's most distinguished modern thinkers.

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