ELENA

Ahram Online, Tuesday 2 Oct 2012

Directed by: Andrey Zvyagintsev

Synopsis: Winner of Cannes 'Un Certain Regard Special Jury Prize', Elena is a gripping, modern twist on the classic noir thriller. Elena and Vladimir are an older couple, they come from different backgrounds. Vladimir is a wealthy and cold man, Elena comes from a modest milieu and is a docile wife. A heart attack puts Vladimir in hospital, where he realises that his remaining time is limited. When he announces to Elena that his daughter will be the only heiress of his wealth, the shy and submissive housewife then comes up with a plan to give her son and grandchildren a real chance in life. 

Duration: 109 min

Country: Russia 

Programme:

Thursday 4 October, 6:30pm at City Stars Cinema, Omar Ibn El-Khattab Street, Nasr City

Saturday 6 October, 9:30pm at City Stars Cinema, Omar Ibn El-Khattab Street, Nasr City

Monday 8 October, 9:30pm at Galaxy Cinema, 67 Abd El Aziz Al Saud St., El Manial

Data provided by the Misr International Films - Youssef Chahine.

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