DAWN EVERY DAY
Set in 1956, Evan captures the childlike wonder of 8-year-old Nabil as he navigates the shifting social norms of post-nationalization Egypt. This black and white film is inspired by true events.
2024
Narrative Short
Cairo, Egypt
20 mins
BFI London Film Festival 2024 / London, England / Best Short Film Nominee
El Gouna Film Festival 2024 / El Gouna, Egypt / Best Short Film Winner
Urbanworld Film Festival 2024 / New York City / World Cinema Narrative Shorts Winner
Thomas Edison Film Festival 2024 / New Jersey / Jury's Stellar Award Winner
Galway Film Fleadh 2024 / Galway, Ireland / Best Narrative Short Film Nominee
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CREDITS​
Production Company: Cats Films
Producer: Norah El Khatebb
Writer & Director: Amir Youssef
Freelance DP: Evan Weidenkeller​
SPECS
Camera: Arri Alexa 35
Lenses: Zeiss Master Primes & Zeiss Ultra Primes
Color: 35mm Film, Black & White
