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1962

The Thief and the Dogs

Directed by Kamal El Sheikh

This film, inspired by Naguib Mahfouz' The thief and the dogs, tells the story of Mahran, a thief who quickly ascends to be the head of his gang. However, his second in command conspires against Mahran to take his position and his wife. After his prison term, Mahran is thirsty for revenge. But being chased by the police and by his new enemies destines him to a tragic life in hiding.

Duration

2h 10m

Released

November 12, 1962

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6.9

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Cast28

  • Shoukry Sarhan
  • Shadia
  • Kamal Al-Shenawy
  • Fakher Fakher
  • Nazim Sharawy
  • Abdel Moneim Ismail
  • Fifi Youssef
  • Motawie Eweiss
  • Tousoun Motamad

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