Appointment with Life

Appointment with Life

1953 · 115 min · ★ 6.5 · Drama, Romance

Amal and her friend Fatima are happily in love with Ahmed and Dr. Mamdouh respectively. After it is discovered that Amal has a debilitating condition, her father attempts to keep it a secret.

Directed by Ezz Eldin Zulficar · Written by Yussef Issa

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