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Director: Tarik Saleh, Sweden/France/Finland 2022, 126 mins, 12
"[A] gorgon’s knot of political and religious machinations" The Irish Times
When offered a scholarship to the most prestigious Islamic University in Cairo, Adam, a young fisherman’s son is drawn into an entangled mire of political machinations and intrigue, often taking place behind closed doors. Although callow at first, he is quick to learn when engaging with powerful religious factions and government intelligence agents involved in various nefarious activities.
"an intriguing mix of scorn and paranoia" Guardian
