The Devil Preaches

The Devil Preaches

1981 · 120 min · ★ 5.0

A rivalry between the region's bosses shows the misuse of power and rank and its consequences even against a young couple who dared to rebel against planned but unwanted marriage to one of them, a story of injustice and abuse .

Directed by Ashraf Fahmy · Written by Naguib Mahfouz

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