Arab Film Distribution: Home Page. She had the musicality of Ella Fitzgerald, the public presence of Eleanor Roosevelt and the audience of Elvis Presley. Born a peasant at the turn of the last century, legendary Egyptian singer Umm Kulthum earned a position of great wealth and influence. She was a powerful symbol, first of the aspirations of her country, and then of the entire Arab world. Four million people filled the streets of Cairo for her funeral in 1. Arab female vocalists. Featuring concert footage, film clips and interviews with the famed singer.
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UMM KULTHUM By David Stupplebeen Personal Reflection. The Tomatometer rating – based on the published opinions of hundreds of film and television critics – is a trusted measurement of movie and TV programming quality for millions of moviegoers. It represents the percentage of.
Umm Kulthum: A Voice Like Egypt. Produced and Directed by the Filmmakers Collaborative. Directed by Michal Goldman. Reviewed by Riad Bahhur (The Ohio State University) Michal Goldman's documentary film Umm Kulthum: A Voice.
Umm Kulthum: A Voice Like Egypt Synopsis The Egyptian singer becomes a national heroine. Born a peasant in 1898, Umm Kulthum earned a position of great wealth and influence in the Arab world as a popular and beloved singer. This film places her life in the context of 20th century Egypt. Includes concert footage.