This event is in the past.It took place on May 5, 2026 at Anthology Film Archives.
Documentary
DocumentaryStep into the extraordinary life of Egypt's most iconic voice in this documentary that traces Umm Kulthum's journey from rural songstress to "the fourth pyramid" of Cairo. Director Michèle Ohayon captures the raw power of a woman whose voice moved presidents and united the Arab world.
Music documentary
Arab cinema
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Art house cinema
Tips
🎬"One of NYC's best film institutions. Unexpected, rare, small budget, avant garde"
🎤Umm Kulthum was known as "the fourth pyramid" of Egypt
Umm Kulthum: A Voice Like Egypt
DocumentaryDocumentaryStep into the extraordinary life of Egypt's most iconic voice in this documentary that traces Umm Kulthum's journey from rural songstress to "the fourth pyramid" of Cairo. Director Michèle Ohayon captures the raw power of a woman whose voice moved presidents and united the Arab world.
Music documentary
Arab cinema
Cultural icon
Art house cinema
Tips
🎬"One of NYC's best film institutions. Unexpected, rare, small budget, avant garde"
🎤Umm Kulthum was known as "the fourth pyramid" of Egypt
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