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Oct 2024
48m 22s

GFF Spotlight: A Director-Actor Dialogue...

El Gouna Film Festival
About this episode

There’s a moment that every director waits for in their journey—the moment that transforms them from just a dreamer to a true filmmaker. Film festivals, like El Gouna Film Festival, played a crucial role in this journey.


The director and actor speaking today have both gone through an extraordinary journey. 

In this episode, prolific director, Tamer Ashry and internationally celebrated actor, Amir El-Masry, share their artistic journey and the pivotal moments that opened doors for their success in both Egyptian and international cinema. Tune in to a special conversation on films, artistic beginnings, and success.

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