Al-Sada Al-Afadel (2025) — A Warm Egyptian Ensemble Comedy-Drama
Al-Sada Al-Afadel (2025)
Genre: Comedy · Drama
Director: Karim El-Shennawy · Writers: Mostafa Saqr, Mohamed Ezz El-Din · Runtime: 132 min · Rating: Egypt +12
Cast: Mohamed Mamdouh, Ashraf Abdel-Baqi, Mohamed Shahin, Bayoumi Fouad, Entesar, Taha Desouki, Nahed El Sebai, Michel Bishai
Overview
Al-Sada Al-Afadel is a warm, satirical ensemble film that examines family, secrets and social quirks in a small Egyptian town. Director Karim El-Shennawy and a multi-writer team deliver a film that mixes sharp writing with crowd-pleasing comedy and moments of genuine pathos.
Plot
After the sudden death of the patriarch Jalal, the Abu-El-Fadl family tries to hold together a respectable façade. Eldest son Tarek assumes responsibility while Hegazy returns from Cairo — only to discover that their father left debts, illicit dealings in antiquities and tangled secrets. When the mysterious figure Samir “Italia” appears demanding money, the family’s attempts to resolve matters trigger a chain of chaotic and often hilarious events.
Key Elements & Performances
Mohamed Mamdouh anchors the drama as Tarek, the responsible son torn between duty and survival.
Ashraf Abdel-Baqi and Bayoumi Fouad supply comic energy and timing, while Mohamed Shahin adds grounded emotional depth.
Entesar and supporting cast members bring warmth and sharp character moments that sustain the ensemble dynamic.
Tone & Style
The film blends social satire with melodramatic beats — a mixture of comedic set-pieces and human confrontation. Cinematography and production design evoke rural life, while the score by Mina Sami fuses popular and folk motifs to underline both humor and tragedy.
Reception & Highlights
Premiered at the Gouna Film Festival to positive notice for its ensemble approach and smart writing. Critics praised the return of the “group cast” format and the film’s balance between laughter and moral questioning.
Why Watch
A modern ensemble comedy that revives the “collective” star format.
Strong performances across veteran and emerging actors.
A soundtrack and comic set-pieces that make the film entertaining for family audiences.
Where to Watch & Book Tickets
Al-Sada Al-Afadel opens in Egyptian cinemas on 21 October 2025. Watch it at Renaissance Cinemas (سينمات رينسانس مصر) — check showtimes and book tickets via the cinema’s booking page or our website.
Final Note
If you enjoy socially rooted comedies with a generous cast and honest moments of emotion, Al-Sada Al-Afadel is a crowd-pleasing choice this season. Follow this page for trailers, reviews and behind-the-scenes clips.
Watch Al-Sada Al-Afadel at Renaissance Cinemas — book your tickets now for a warm ensemble comedy-drama experience.
Genre: Comedy · Drama
Director: Karim El-Shennawy · Writers: Mostafa Saqr, Mohamed Ezz El-Din · Runtime: 132 min · Rating: Egypt +12
Cast: Mohamed Mamdouh, Ashraf Abdel-Baqi, Mohamed Shahin, Bayoumi Fouad, Entesar, Taha Desouki, Nahed El Sebai, Michel Bishai
Overview
Al-Sada Al-Afadel is a warm, satirical ensemble film that examines family, secrets and social quirks in a small Egyptian town. Director Karim El-Shennawy and a multi-writer team deliver a film that mixes sharp writing with crowd-pleasing comedy and moments of genuine pathos.
Plot
After the sudden death of the patriarch Jalal, the Abu-El-Fadl family tries to hold together a respectable façade. Eldest son Tarek assumes responsibility while Hegazy returns from Cairo — only to discover that their father left debts, illicit dealings in antiquities and tangled secrets. When the mysterious figure Samir “Italia” appears demanding money, the family’s attempts to resolve matters trigger a chain of chaotic and often hilarious events.
Key Elements & Performances
Mohamed Mamdouh anchors the drama as Tarek, the responsible son torn between duty and survival.
Ashraf Abdel-Baqi and Bayoumi Fouad supply comic energy and timing, while Mohamed Shahin adds grounded emotional depth.
Entesar and supporting cast members bring warmth and sharp character moments that sustain the ensemble dynamic.
Tone & Style
The film blends social satire with melodramatic beats — a mixture of comedic set-pieces and human confrontation. Cinematography and production design evoke rural life, while the score by Mina Sami fuses popular and folk motifs to underline both humor and tragedy.
Reception & Highlights
Premiered at the Gouna Film Festival to positive notice for its ensemble approach and smart writing. Critics praised the return of the “group cast” format and the film’s balance between laughter and moral questioning.
Why Watch
A modern ensemble comedy that revives the “collective” star format.
Strong performances across veteran and emerging actors.
A soundtrack and comic set-pieces that make the film entertaining for family audiences.
Where to Watch & Book Tickets
Al-Sada Al-Afadel opens in Egyptian cinemas on 21 October 2025. Watch it at Renaissance Cinemas (سينمات رينسانس مصر) — check showtimes and book tickets via the cinema’s booking page or our website.
Final Note
If you enjoy socially rooted comedies with a generous cast and honest moments of emotion, Al-Sada Al-Afadel is a crowd-pleasing choice this season. Follow this page for trailers, reviews and behind-the-scenes clips.
Watch Al-Sada Al-Afadel at Renaissance Cinemas — book your tickets now for a warm ensemble comedy-drama experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
The film opens in Egypt on 21 October 2025
The film is directed by Karim El-Shennawy
Runtime is 132 minutes and the film is rated Egypt +12
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