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Release Year1947
Runtime0h 32m
LanguageArabic
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes1
DirectorAndré Shatan
WritersAnouar Chaoul
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast5 credited
Also Known AsAlya and Essam
About Alya and Essam
A love story grows between Aliya and Eesaam, as Aliya is drawn to Eesaam and keeps her love secret. Eesaam reciprocates the same feelings, with members of the tribe recognizing the virtues of each and their personalities, deepening their love. However, the feud between the two tribes stands as an obstacle to their love. Will they be able to overcome it?
Directed by André Shatan, Alya and Essam leans on a strong ensemble — Salima Murad, Badri Hassoun Farid, Ibrahim Jalal — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1947.
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