Mawlana

Based On the book by Ibrahim Eissa

Mawlana (also known as The Preacher) is a 2016 Egyptian film directed by Magdy Ahmed Ali, based on a novel written by journalist Ibrahim Eissa of the same name. The film follows the journey of a renowned television preacher from the historic Al-Azhar Islamic institution in Cairo as he attempts to balance his religious beliefs with the expectations and pressures from politicians, security agencies, and everyday temptations. The film examines the intricate and concerning relationship between the government, religious authorities, mass media, and Islamist extremism in Egypt.

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Release date:

2016

Director:

Magdy Ahmed Ali

Cast:

Amr Saad, Dorra Zarrouk, Ahmed Rateb, Riham Hagag, Lotfy Labib

Genre:

Drama

Country:

Egypt

Language:

Egyptian Arabic

Year page:

2016 in adaptations