The National Film Center, led by Dr. Ahmed Saleh, is organizing a screening of the foreign film "Behold a Pale Horse" at the Cinema Culture Center on Wednesday at 7 PM. The film, produced in 1964, is a classic of world cinema, directed by Fred Zinnemann, written by Emeric Pressburger, and starring Gregory Peck, Anthony Quinn, Omar Sharif, and Mel Ferrer. The 118-minute film is a long narrative that explores a cinematic experience.
The film "Behold a Pale Horse" features Egyptian global star Omar Sharif, who began his artistic career by starring in several Arabic films during the 1950s before meeting renowned director David Lean in the early 1960s. Lean discovered Sharif and presented him in several global films, including "Lawrence of Arabia" in 1962, which achieved significant success and brought Sharif widespread fame. Sharif went on to participate in numerous international films.
Omar Sharif's collaboration with international filmmakers continued in the 1970s with films such as "The Last Valley" in 1971, "The Tamarind Seed," and "Jaggernaut" in 1974. Dr. Ahmed Saleh recently mentioned that the Cinema Culture Center is preparing to host various film events, workshops, and seminars suitable for different age groups within the community.
The event, supervised by writer Amal Abdel Majid, general manager of the Cinema Culture Center, is open to the public free of charge. The center aims to provide a platform for film enthusiasts and promote Egyptian cinema. The screening of "Behold a Pale Horse" offers a unique opportunity for audiences to experience a classic of world cinema.
The film "Behold a Pale Horse" explores themes of power, politics, and human relationships, making it a thought-provoking experience for viewers. The center's efforts to promote Egyptian and international cinema are part of its mission to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of film art.
The Cinema Culture Center's program includes a range of activities designed to engage audiences and promote film culture. By hosting screenings, workshops, and seminars, the center aims to create a vibrant film community in Egypt.
The screening of "Behold a Pale Horse" at the Cinema Culture Center is a significant event that highlights the center's commitment to promoting world cinema. The event is a testament to the center's efforts to bring international films to Egyptian audiences and provide a platform for film enthusiasts to engage with cinema.
Key points
- The National Film Center will screen the 1964 film "Behold a Pale Horse" at the Cinema Culture Center on Wednesday at 7 PM.
- The film features Egyptian global star Omar Sharif and explores themes of power, politics, and human relationships.
- The event is open to the public free of charge and aims to promote Egyptian and international cinema.
