The Tedious Tour of M Directed by Hend Bakr

Director Hend Bakr delves into the life of Hafez Ragab, one of the most renowned writers in modern Egyptian literature, investigating why he returned to his hometown after 30 years and chose to abandon writing at the peak of his career.

About Hend Bakr

Hend Bakr is a director and producer who is interested in exploring common territories between writing and cinema.

Upon finishing her studies in filmmaking at the Jesuit Cultural Center in Alexandria, she co-founded Rufy’s Films — a major film production company based in Alexandria.

In 2013, she co-directed and co-produced THE MICE ROOM — an omnibus feature-length film that was officially selected for international film festivals in Dubai, and Sao Paulo, among others.

Later on, in 2023, she made her first documentary, THE TEDIOUS TOUR OF M.

She's currently directing and producing her second feature documentary, NAS EL KABAYEN, and producing the feature documentary AND THERE WAS EVENING AND THERE WAS MORNING. THE FIRST DAY.

About Cinema Akil 

Cinema Akil is the arthouse cinema dreams are made of - cosy, quirky, and a pioneer in bringing critically-acclaimed films from around the world to UAE audiences. After years of hosting nomadic pop-ups in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah, Cinema Akil established itself as the first arthouse cinema in the GCC in 2018, quickly becoming a fan favourite. Founded by Butheina Kazim, Cinema Akil promotes the goal of education and awareness-building around film and the cinematic arts.

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