Asad

Asad

2026 · 135 min · ★ 7.5 · History, Action, Drama, Romance

A slave in 19th Century Egypt revolts against his masters for equal rights for slaves to live freely.

Directed by Mohamed Diab · Written by Mohamed Diab

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