The Square
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The Square looks at the hard realities faced day-to-day by people working to build Egypt’s new democracy. Cairo’s Tahrir Square is the heart and soul of the film, which follows several young activists. Armed with values, determination, music, humor, an abundance of social media, and sheer obstinacy, they know that the thorny path to democracy only began with Hosni Mubarak’s fall. The life-and-death struggle between the people and the power of the state is still playing out.
The Square is a documentary drama that follows young Egyptian activists in Cairo's Tahrir Square as they navigate the complex realities of building democracy after Hosni Mubarak's fall. Released in 2013, the film captures the ongoing struggle between citizens and state power through the eyes of determined protesters armed with social media, humor, and conviction. It's a raw, intimate look at what happens after a revolution's most visible moment.
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Khalid AbdallaHimself
Dina Abd AllahHerself
Dina AmerHerself- Magdy AshourHimself
Ramy EssamHimself- Ahmed HassanHimself
Aida El KashefHerself- Buthayana KamelHerself
- Ragia OmranHerself
- Sherif BorayHimself
- Pierre SioufiHimself
Hosni MubarakSelf (archive footage)
Mohamed MorsiSelf (archive footage)
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When was The Square released?
The Square was released on June 7, 2013.
What is The Square about?
The documentary follows several young Egyptian activists in Cairo's Tahrir Square as they work to build a new democracy in the aftermath of Hosni Mubarak's regime. It documents the ongoing power struggle between citizens and the state, showing how the revolution's early momentum collides with institutional resistance.
Where can I watch The Square?
The Square is available on various streaming platforms and through digital rental services. Check your preferred streaming service or digital retailer for current availability.
Is this film still relevant?
Yes. The Square documents a pivotal moment in modern history and remains a valuable account of the Egyptian Revolution's complexities and the challenges of democratic transition in the Middle East.
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