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Egypt Independent
Egyptian film director Omar al-Zuhairy, 33, won the grand prize for his film ‘Reesh’ (Feathers) at the International Critics’ Week competition during the 74th Cannes Film Festival in France.
‘Reesh’ is al-Zuhairy’s first feature film, who also contributed to its script. The film is a joint Egyptian, French, Dutch and Greek production.
The feature film was well received by critics when it was shown on Tuesday at the festival. It won the first place over seven other films participating in the competition.
‘Reesh’ mixes reality and fantasy, as it tells the story of a father who hires a magician for his eldest son’s birthday party. During one of the magician’s tricks, the father is turned into a chicken and the magician is unable to change him back.
The struggle continues throughout the film with shades of satirical criticism on social and economic problems.
Last year, Egyptian director Sameh Alaa won the Golden Palm for his short film ‘Settasher’(Sixteen) at Cannes Film Festival.
