The Fox and Grapes

The Fox and Grapes

1984 · 93 min · Comedy

Mohsen lives with his sister Aida and her husband Ezzat. After he graduated from the university, his colleague Najwa urges Mohsen to look for work so that they can get married. Ezzat tries to help Mohsen get a job but Mohsen fails in every job.

Directed by Mohamed Abdelaziz · Written by Wahid Hamid

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