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The Devil of the Desert

19541h 30mYoussef Chahine

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"I'LL KILL HIM WITH A KNITTED FROND!"

Essam, a young bedouin who discovers the cruel tyranny of his ruler after people from his tribe are unjustly murdered, decides to overthrow him.

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What is The Devil of the Desert (1954) about?

Essam, a young bedouin who discovers the cruel tyranny of his ruler after people from his tribe are unjustly murdered, decides to overthrow him.

Who stars in The Devil of the Desert?

The Devil of the Desert stars Omar Sharif (Essam), Mariam Fakhr Eddine (Dalal), Lola Sedki (Shaden), Tawfiq Al-Deqen (Hanzala), Reyaad ElQasabgy (Battah). The film was directed by Youssef Chahine.

How long is The Devil of the Desert?

The Devil of the Desert has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1954.

Where can I watch The Devil of the Desert?

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