Who is Youssef Chahine?
PRESENTER
Youssef Chahine
ORIGINAL CITY
Beirut
Original Date
June 18, 2017
Description
This presentation explores the world of Youssef Chahine and his revolutionary take on classic Arab cinema practices. It dissects the pluralist themes present in old Egyptian cinema, the techniques used, and the legacy it has left.
Sources & Future References
- “Youssef Chahine” By Ibrahim Fawal
- Broken Heart of the City: Youssef Chahine’s Bab al-Hadid (Cairo Station)
- Third Cinema
- Youssef Chahine
- Social Realism
- BBC: Timeline of Egypt
- Mise-en-scene
Contact Info
Instagram: c_youss
E-mail: ussefchahine@gmail.com
LinkedIn: Youssef Chahine
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