Rags & Tatters

In one of the most extraordinary nights in the history of Egypt, the prisons were suddenly opened, leaving thousands of prisoners wandering the desert. Among them was one man trying to find his way in a city that is rapidly changing for good.

Directed by Ahmad Abdalla, Rags & Tatters leans on a strong ensemble — Asser Yassin, Amr Abed, Yara Goubran — 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 2013.