Egypt Movies

At an archaeological dig outside of Cairo, 1920, an amazing discovery is made, that could turn all previous knowledge of the pyramids on it's head,...

Amid the tumult of the Arab Spring in Cairo, vendors in a small souk observe the political upheaval while seeking to preserve an ancient tradition of...

In the 14 months prior to the revolution, filmmaker Lillie Paquette follows key opposition figures and young activists as they struggle against the...

An 1897 travelogue of a bullock turning a cog to work a water pump in Egypt. Director/Cinematographer - Henry Short. Made as part of a follow-up...

This documentary explores the life of Dorothy Eady, also known as Omm Sety, who believed she was a reincarnated ancient Egyptian priestess. It...

Youssef Kamal lives on the outskirts of society, estranged from a world he once knew. Now, homeless and living out of his car in isolated areas, he...

Contrasts ancient and modern methods of irrigation along the Nile. Discusses the benefits of the dam at Aswan. Shows how the Nile brings fertility to...

Nefertiti's Daughters is a story of women, art and revolution. Told by prominent Egyptian artists, this documentary witnesses the critical role...

This film presents a picture of Egypt and the Nile Valley of today as seen against its historical background. It Includes scenes of an ancient temple...

An Egyptian film about Cairo, the big city, from the perspective of a stray dog. Directed by Adham El Sherif.

Travelogue released in April of 1921. Written & produced by Burton Holmes.

A short documentary film that captures the city (Cairo) in its most tranquil and calm state, from 5 am to 7 am.

Travelogue released on December 11th, 1916. Produced by Burton Holmes.

Ahmed is a simple man who lives in a village which called Beidif, 200 km from Cairo in Egypt. His job is to make up the sewer system. All houses in...

Travelogue released on December 4th, 1916. Produced by Burton Holmes.

Travelogue released on November 11th, 1916. Produced by Burton Holmes.

A young man finds a vintage camera on an Alexandria tram, only to discover that its lens acts as a portal into the city's historic past, blending...

This documentary offers a women’s picture of the Egyptian revolution. We are in Egypt, between Cairo and Ismailia, two revolutionary cities....