Bittersweet (2010)

Cast

• Ahmed Helmy - مصري
• Edward - سعيد
• Lotfy Labib - راضي
• Inam Salusah - أم سعيد
• Tarek ElAmir - منصف
• Amy Samir Ghanem - ميرفت
• Mohamed Shaheen - رفيق الطائرة
• Yasser El Tobgy - شاب السفارة والمطار
• Gehan Anwar - ابتسام
• Shaima Abdel Qadir - نوسة

Screenplay

• Khaled Diab

Themes

Overwhelming Nostalgia and Longing, Political Satire and Social Critique, Satirical Tales and Social Critique, Existential Dread and Questioning, Childhood Friends Reunited After Years

Keywords

egypt, bureaucracy, culture clash, self-discovery, homeland, arabian, immigration, identity crisis, nostalgia, respect, social satire, dignity, belonging, lost passport, ملون

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bittersweet about?

An Egyptian-American returns to his homeland after twenty years abroad, filled with nostalgia and high hopes. But as he reconnects with his roots, he finds himself caught between two worlds—and begins to experience the reality of a country he thought he knew.

Who directed Bittersweet?

Bittersweet was directed by Khaled Marei.

Who stars in Bittersweet?

Bittersweet stars Ahmed Helmy, Edward, Lotfy Labib, Inam Salusah, Tarek ElAmir, Amy Samir Ghanem.

How long is Bittersweet?

Bittersweet has a runtime of 2h 11m (131 minutes).

What genre is Bittersweet?

Bittersweet is a Comedy, Drama film.

Where was Bittersweet produced?

Bittersweet was produced in Egypt.

What are the themes of Bittersweet?

The themes of Bittersweet include: Overwhelming Nostalgia and Longing, Political Satire and Social Critique, Satirical Tales and Social Critique, Existential Dread and Questioning, Childhood Friends Reunited After Years.