This event is in the past.It took place on May 2, 2026 at Modern Languages Building.
DocumentaryDocumentaryStep into 1950s Cairo through a lyrical film essay that unpacks Egyptian stardom, identity, and nation-building on screen. Dr. Tanite Chahwan blends archival footage with personal reflection for a 36-minute journey, no film background required.
Film essay screening
Academic but accessible
1950s Egypt focus
Stardom & identity
Tips
🎬no prior Egyptian cinema knowledge needed
💬10-minute Q&A follows the screening
1950s Egyptian Stardom & Nation
Burns Park
DocumentaryDocumentaryStep into 1950s Cairo through a lyrical film essay that unpacks Egyptian stardom, identity, and nation-building on screen. Dr. Tanite Chahwan blends archival footage with personal reflection for a 36-minute journey, no film background required.
Film essay screening
Academic but accessible
1950s Egypt focus
Stardom & identity
Tips
🎬no prior Egyptian cinema knowledge needed
💬10-minute Q&A follows the screening
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