Microphone
Jan 26 2010
•2h 56m
•Drama
Upon his return to Alexandria, Khaled becomes intrigued with a graffiti mural opposite his apartment. As he pursues this further, a larger underground arts scene slowly reveals itself, composed of musicians, filmmakers, and graffiti artists. As they struggle to get their voices heard, Khaled is compelled to help them acquire some much deserved visibility.
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Khaled Abol Naga
خالد
Yosra El Lozy
سلمى
Hani Adel
هاني
Ahmad Magdy
مجدي
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