The tale of Daye’s Family

Feature Film - 2024
Directed By: Karim El-Shenawy
Written By: Haitham Dabbour

Synopsis:
Daye, an 14-year-old Nubian albino with a golden voice, faces adversity due to his unique appearance. Abandoned by his father and bullied by peers, he dreams of following his idol, Mohamed Mounir. When he gets a chance to audition for The Voice, Daye and his family embark on a perilous journey from Aswan to Cairo. Daye is a heartwarming tale of resilience, hope, and the transformative power of music. It’s a poignant exploration of tolerance, ambition, and the unbreakable bond of family.

Festivals:
  • Red Sea International Film Festival
  • Berlinale Film Festival

Cast:
Badr Mohamed
Badr Mohamed
Aseel Omran
Aseel Omran
Eslam Mobarak
Eslam Mobarak
Haneen Saeed
Haneen Saeed

Crew:
  • Director: Karim El-Shenawy
  • Written By: Haitham Dabbour
  • Producers: Karim El-shenawy, Haitham Dabbour & Ahmed Youssef
  • Executive Producer: Mahmoud Metwally
  • Cinematographer: Abdel Salam Mousa
  • Supervisor, Production Designer: Ali Hossam
  • Costume Designer: Monia Fath El-Bab
  • Executive Director: Ossama Khalil
  • Editor: Baher Rashid
  • Production Designer: Lamis Soliman
  • Sound Designer: Ahmed Sabbour
  • Original Score: Mina Samy
  • Sound Engineer: Youssef El-Meehy
  • Co-Producer: Faisal Baltyour
  • Production Companies: Redstar Films, Blueprint productions, Synergy films, Film square, MIF & Cinewaves Films

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