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Patricia Clarkson, who brightens just about any movie she's in, is positively luminous in Cairo Time. The plot of the movie barely exists: Juliette Grant (Clarkson, The Station Agent, Pieces of April) goes to Cairo to meet with her husband, a U.N. diplomat held up in Israel. At loose ends, she wanders the city and spends time with a friend of her husband's, Tareq (Alexander Siddig, Syriana, Deep Space Nine), with whom an understated but undeniable attraction forms. But Cairo Time isn't about plot--it's a wonderfully delicate examination of cultural differences and human connection across them. Both Clarkson and Siddig are superb; both are thoroughly grounded actors, and their firm grasp of their characters allows them to capture very quiet emotions that have a surprising impact. Director Ruba Nadda, who is a Canadian of Arab descent, has a skillful sense of rhythm and a keen eye for both human detail and magnificent landscapes. Cairo Time is a beautiful movie, romantic and melancholy, gentle and tart, subtle but deeply satisfying. --Bret Fetzer
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On a trip to Cairo, Juliette (Patricia Clarkson) is forced to fend for herself when her husband is unexpectedly delayed on UN business in Gaza. As a woman alone in Cairo, she welcomes the company of Tareq (Alexander Siddig), her husband's charming friend who has agreed to be her guide. Together, the two explore the city's chaotic bazaars and surrender to the temptation of the Nile. With Tareq by her side, Juliette discovers the magic of Cairo - and more - in this lyrical tale of two people who unexpectedly fall in love.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Languid Love Story,
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This review is from: Cairo Time [Blu-ray] (Blu-ray)
Cairo Time [Blu-ray]Even tho I don't yet have this flick in my personal possession I did see it in the theatre. After that experience I knew that I JUST HAD TO OWN this DVD. Most Canadian productions appeal to a very limited group of folks. But this story will certainly appeal to a much wider audience. If you have even the tiniest romantic bone in your body you will like this flick... Such a languid, gently flowing love story...so very real & poignent. One seems to quietly slip into the much slower Cairo culture during this flick...all hot, dry, sunny, fascinating... This flick certainly is a keeper,
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A beautiful film!,
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This review is from: Cairo Time (Souvenirs Du Caire) (DVD)
Billed as a love story, Cairo Time is so much more. This independent film by Ruba Nadda is an intriguing, poignant, bittersweet story of how two people from different cultures come to know one another and are irresistably drawn together. Added to the mix are many of Ruba Nadda's own personal memories and experiences in Cairo, which make it all the more interesting. An enjoyable film with stellar acting from Patricia Clarkson and Alexander Siddig, beautiful scenery and unforgettable music, Cairo Time is the well-deserved winner of Best Canadian Film at the 2009 Toronto International Film Festival. Congratulations, Ruba! I look forward to the next one.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
A slow-building romance,
By Sunnygecko (Canberra, Australia) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Cairo Time (Souvenirs Du Caire) (DVD)
A lovely, slow-building romance set against the backdrop of Cairo. If you liked Lost in Translation, you'll love this movie. Just beautiful.
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