Oh Islam

1961· 110 min★ 6.5· War, Drama, History

Set in the 14th century. Under their leader Timur, the Tartar hordes invade the Middle East and take over areas as widespread as Persia, Azerbaijan, Egypt, and Syria. A lowly woman from a harem (Lubna Aziz) rises to lead the Egyptians against the invaders.

Cast: Lobna Abdel Aziz, Ahmad Mazhar, Farid Shawqy

Director: Andrew Marton