‘The Clash’ (إشتباك) is a movie centered on the events during the July 30 revolt. It basically involves a group of 20 people getting stuck in a police carrier while demonstrations ensue around Cairo. The film, which premiered on July 24th, is a phenomenal cinematic experience and here’s why: 

 

1. The ActorsFullSizeRender 5

It goes without saying that the actors are the first thing we should be talking about; the film features 25 actors in key and leading roles. Everyone is important and everyone has something to say and do. Nothing is random in this movie. I don’t want to say more about the acting without giving this movie away, but you will definitely see actors playing their best roles yet.

2. The Roles giphy1

The number of actors is one thing, but the different kind of roles and the role representation in this film is amazing. There are people from different social classes, gender, age group and political views inside ‘el box’ all jam-packed together and forced to co-exist for the period of time they’re stuck in there.

3. The Cinematographygif-10

This movie is film art in its purest form, the angles, the composition as well as the use of color. All of this executed within the confines of a cramped vehicle. The film is masterfully shot; you’ll see why when you watch!

4. The Critical AcclaimThe Clash

The film was recognized by several international news agencies and was also shown in the Cannes Film Festival 2016.

5. The SpaceFullSizeRender 3

A police carrier vehicle has an area of 8m2. It’s hard to believe that most of the film took place inside that little space!

6. The EffortFullSizeRender 2

A lot of hard work went into making this film, and you can clearly see it. But if that’s not enough, imagine being cooped up inside that tin can for 12 hours with 4 weeks of filming!

7. The Events 

The fact that the movie attempts to give a truthful depiction of the events of the July 30th revolt is an interesting and bold choice. I can honestly say that the movie’s eye for detail and approach for a sense of historical accuracy is its main strength.11

8. The Emotion

I know we’ve talked about the actors and their roles already, but the depth and breadth of emotions expressed in that small tiny vehicle was unparalleled. You will be tempted to laugh, cry and view in silent awe what these characters experience inside the carrier. gif-8

9. The Trailer

The movie’s trailer should be enough to tempt you to watch the film.

 

The film will be released on July 27th in theaters across Egypt.