Own a piece of bold Egyptian cinema history with this authentic vintage poster for "الكرنك" (El Karnak). This iconic 1975 film is adapted from the celebrated novel by Naguib Mahfouz, the only Arab Nobel laureate in Literature, and features an all-star cast including Soad Hosny, Nour El Sherif, and Farid Shawqi.
Set in the tense political climate of the 1960s, El Karnak is a powerful story about freedom, oppression, and resilience, revolving around a group of students whose lives are forever changed by political interrogations at the Karnak Café.
This striking poster perfectly captures the film’s dramatic tension and raw emotion, making it an essential piece for collectors of Arab cinema memorabilia, vintage political art, and admirers of Mahfouz’s legacy.
Product Details:
📖 Based on: El Karnak by Naguib Mahfouz
🎬 Film Title: El Karnak (الكرنك)
🗓️ Release: 1975
⭐ Stars: Soad Hosny, Nour El Sherif, Farid Shawqi, Kamal El-Shennawi, Shwekar, Tahia Karioka
🎥 Director: Ali Badrakhan
🗒️ Screenplay: Mamdouh El Leithy
🗣️ Language: Arabic
🎨 Poster Style: Dramatic monochrome and bold red design
🗺️ Country: Egypt 🇪🇬
Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
Warnings, Hazard: Blank product sourced from USA (Sensaria), United Kingdom (Prodigi), and Japan (Printify Choice), For adults
Care instructions: If the print does gather any dust, you may wipe it off gently with a clean, dry cloth.
