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Rayya and Sekina, is a 1952 Egyptian play, directed by Salah Abu Seif, and starring Anwar Wagdi, Farid Shawqy, Shoukry Sarhan. with a runtime of 95 minutes.
Rayya and Sekina is an Egyptian crime film based on one of the most notorious true criminal cases in modern Egyptian history, set against the backdrop of Alexandria where a terrifying wave of women's disappearances spreads panic throughout the city. Officer Ahmed leads an investigation into the mysterious vanishings, devising a careful plan to unravel the truth. His inquiry eventually exposes Raya and Sakina, two sisters who lured women to their deaths in order to steal their gold jewelry and valuables. The film brings this legendary criminal case to life in a gripping period atmosphere, combining historical crime drama with psychological tension. A cornerstone of Egyptian cinema's engagement with true crime, Rayya and Sekina remains one of the most enduring stories drawn from the dark chapters of Alexandria's past.
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