High Fences

A depiction of the different social paths and classes within the Egyptian society, shedding light on the intertwined lives and fates of people of different classes, while highlighting issues like the drug trade and its calamitous impact on people and society.

Directed by Hesham Issawi, High Fences leans on a strong ensemble — Rania Youssef, Ahmed El Awadi, Randa El Behairy — 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 2020.