Yehia Chahine
September 28, 1917 · 108 years old
Yehia Chahine was born in Imbaba, Giza. His father's name was Yehia Chahine too. He received a diploma in performing arts and started acting in theatre. His first performance was in the play Murtafat w Darag (Heights and Stairs). In 1935, he acted in his first film. He acted in numerous films, but…
Known For
2 titles
The Land
A small peasant village's struggles against the careless inroads of the large local landowner. The Land shows why political oppression does not necessarily lead to a sense of solidarity among the disinherited.
Lady of the Train
Fikria, a singer, is married to Farid, a gambling addict. While traveling by train, Fiktia suffers an injury. Upon returning home, Fikria's husband decides they should hide themselves so that he can get the insurance money needed ...