Today, Monday, November 17, the film The Things That Kill Her directed by Ali Reza Khatami will have its Middle East and North Africa premiere as part of the Gala presentations at the 46th Cairo International Film Festival, screening at 9:00 PM on the Grand Theatre stage at the Cairo Opera House.
The film, a 113-minute narrative feature produced through a co-production between Turkey, Canada, France, and Poland, offers a deep psychological cinematic experience. It follows Ali, a university professor haunted by the shadows of his mother’s suspicious death. Involvement in a cold-blooded act of revenge at the behest of a mysterious horticulturist triggers a series of old family secrets to unravel. Meanwhile, the police close in, and Ali is consumed by doubt, compelled to confront the depths of his soul and its hidden struggles.
Ali Reza Khatami is an award-winning writer, director, and producer based in Canada. Born in the original Fivah tribe of southeastern Iran, he draws on his rich oral heritage to craft a cinematic style blending magical realism and profound social critique. His previous works, including Ayat al-Nisyan and Ayat al-Ard, premiered at Venice and Cannes film festivals, earning wide acclaim and notable awards.
About Cairo International Film Festival
The Cairo International Film Festival is one of the oldest festivals in the Arab world and Africa and one of the most prestigious international festivals accredited by the International Federation of Film Producers Associations (FIAPF). Established in 1976 and held annually under the patronage of the Ministry of Culture, the festival merges artistic and professional aspects, making it a primary platform for cultural dialogue and enhancing the presence of Arab cinema internationally
