Malek (Film Studies, American University in Cairo) presents the most comprehensive study of Youssef Chahine's work to appear since the Egyptian director's death in 2008. Using a post-colonial
point of view, the author emphasizes both Chahine's aesthetics and his use of to examine the theme of Arab national unity in his films. Malek's analysis focuses on the interaction between
Chahine's personal and political preoccupations, his eclectic cinematic style, and his devotion to connecting with a wide audience of filmgoers. Annotation 穢2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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