Tuk-Tuk (2015)

Tuk-Tuk (2015) poster

Thousands of three-wheeled motorized rickshaws - called tuk-tuks - zip through the frenetic streets of Cairo everyday, driven by industrious young men, many of them not even teenagers. Across gorgeously photographed sun-drenched streets, Tuk-tuk follows Abdallah, Sharon and Bika, who, while too young to shave or even obtain a legal license, are forced to drive to feed their families. Besieged on all sides by police, thieves and other taxis, the boys take every chance to find a happy diversion or fleeting escape from the prison of poverty. Pulsating with comedy and danger, the film illustrates the resilient outlook of three children who have to become adults before their time, and their struggle to hold on to some semblance of childhood.

Director: Romany Saad
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 75 min
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Screenplay

Music: Dream Samir
Production: Romany Saad
Country: Egypt
Language: العربية
Original Language: ar

Trailer

Tuk-Tuk Trailer
More Films by Director: Romany Saad
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tuk-Tuk about?
Thousands of three-wheeled motorized rickshaws - called tuk-tuks - zip through the frenetic streets of Cairo everyday, driven by industrious young men, many of them not even teenagers. Across gorgeously photographed sun-drenched streets, Tuk-tuk follows Abdallah, Sharon and Bika, who, while too young to shave or even obtain a legal license, are forced to drive to feed their families. Besieged on all sides by police, thieves and other taxis, the boys take every chance to find a happy diversion or fleeting escape from the prison of poverty. Pulsating with comedy and danger, the film illustrates the resilient outlook of three children who have to become adults before their time, and their struggle to hold on to some semblance of childhood.
Who directed Tuk-Tuk?
Tuk-Tuk was directed by Romany Saad.
How long is Tuk-Tuk?
Tuk-Tuk has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).
What genre is Tuk-Tuk?
Tuk-Tuk is a Documentary film.
Where was Tuk-Tuk produced?
Tuk-Tuk was produced in Egypt.