Remembering Omar El Sharif: 5 Movies That Celebrate His Timeless Legacy
His filmography managed to bridge cultures and generations, with standout roles that continue to resonate to this day. Whether it was romantic classics, political dramas, or global blockbusters, Sharif brought something unforgettable to every part he played.
In his memory, we're revisiting some of the films that remind us why his work continues to live on, quietly powerful, and always feel to be timeless.
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18th Egyptian National Theatre Festival 20 July - 6 August Launched in 2006, the Egyptian National Theatre Festival has grown into the country's largest annual event dedicated to the theatrical arts. This year's lineup features a diverse array of performances from troupes affiliated with the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the General Organization of Cultural Palaces, the Art House for Theatre, the Academy of Arts, private theatres, and student groups from the Higher Institute of Theatrical Arts and various universities. Many of the plays have already premiered to critical and audience acclaim, while others are being introduced to wider audiences for the first time. New films across cinemas starting 24 July - The Fantastic Four: First Steps, starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss-Bachrach - O.T.H.E.R., starring Olga Kurylenko, Philip Schurer The Cell - film Wednesday 23 July, 8pm Cervantes Institute in Cairo, 20, Boulos Hanna St., Dokki, Cairo The film Cell 211 (Celda 211) is a 2009 Spanish production directed by Daniel Monzón and based on the novel of the same name by Francisco Pérez Gandul. Winner of 8 Goya Awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Actor, it was named Film of the Year in Spain. The plot follows Juan, who starts his new job as a prison officer, and on the first day, he gets caught in a prison riot. He then decides to pose as an inmate to save his life and to help bring an end to the uprising, led by the fearsome Malamadre. What he doesn't know is that fate has set a trap for him. Yarab Bent - theatre play Thursday 24 July at 7pm & 9pm Friday 25 July at 7pm & 9pm Saturday 26 July at 6.30pm & 8.30pm Rawabet Art Space, 5 Hussein Basha Al Meamari, Downtown Cairo Anas, a standout student in his final year of university and the only son in his family, is on the cusp of earning a scholarship to the United States. But just as everything seems within reach, his plans are upended by his family's unexpected objections, jeopardizing not only his preparations but also his future. Faced with the looming prospect of compulsory military service, Anas must reckon with the possibility of losing the opportunity altogether. The play is written by Karim Adel and directed by Abdel-Rahman Amer. Cassette 90 band - music Thursday 24 July, 8pm Wisdom hall, El-Sawy Culturewheel, 26th of July street, Zamalek, Cairo The band is composed of eight musicians who bring the spirit of the 1990s back to life, performing hits by Egyptian artists such as Mostafa Amar, Hisham Abbas, Alaa Abdelkhalek, and Ehab Tawfik. Hisham Abbas - music Thursday 24 July, 9pm Masrah Sokseeh, Porto Golf Alamein Born in 1963, Hisham Abbas is a well-known Egyptian pop singer recognized for both his upbeat hits and religious songs. He rose to fame in the early 1990s with tracks like Wana Wana Wana and Ta'ala, and is perhaps best known for his international hit Habibi Dah (Nari Narain) and the religious anthem Asmaa Allah Al-Husna. Over the years, Abbas has released numerous solo albums, regularly performs in concerts, and has also appeared in television series, films, and theatrical productions. Tamer Hosny - music Friday 25 July U Arena, New Alamein Tamer Hosny is a renowned Egyptian pop singer, songwriter, and actor who began his career in 2002, first gaining recognition through early collaborations with Sherine on mixtapes. Since then, he has become one of the most prominent pop stars in Egypt and the wider Arab world. Hosny has released more than 13 best-selling albums, with his music featured in numerous television series. Known for his energetic stage presence, he has performed across the region and collaborated with international artists such as Snoop Dogg and Shaggy, as well as Arab musicians including Rim Banna, Latifa, Souad Massi, and Ramy Sabry. His latest album, Leena Maad (We Have a Date), includes a duet with iconic Egyptian singer Mohamed Mounir. Hosny's upcoming concert is part of the 3rd New Alamein Festival, running from 18 July to 29 August. The festival promises a packed program of music, sports, entertainment, and culinary events, with performances by top regional and international artists. Read more about the festival here. Tablet El-Sitt - music Saturday 26 July, 8pm River Hall, El-Sawy Culturewheel, 26th of July street, Zamalek, Cairo Founded by Soha Mohamed in 2019, the all-female group is reviving Egypt's rich musical heritage. Since its inception, the troupe has garnered widespread acclaim, performing at major venues across the country. Nancy Ajram - music Saturday 26 July Beach Resort, Marassi Nancy Nabil Ajram is a world-renowned Lebanese singer, television personality, and businesswoman, widely known as the Queen of Arab Pop. She began performing as a child, winning a gold medal at age 12 on the Lebanese talent show Noujoum Al-Moustakbal. She released her debut album, Mihtagalak, at the age of 15—launching her professional career early. 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