Overview
Topping the list of 100 Best Egyptian Films, this classic musical melodrama launched the film career of one of Egypt’s greatest singers and composers, Mohamed Abdel Wahhab. Galal Effendi, the son of an impoverished aristocrat, is forced to leave his studies to seek employment. After a short stint as a clerk, however, Galal discovers his musical talents and finds success as a popular singer. Through its story of upward mobility based on merit rather than influence, the film examines the emergence of Egyptian middle-class identity.
Details
Release Date
December 4, 1932
Runtime
2h 10m
Original Title
الوردة البيضاء
Status
Released
Languages
Arabic
Countries
Studios
External Resources
Posters (3)
Backdrops (1)
