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In a Tarik Saleh film

Lyna Khoudri

Amr Waked

Starring Zineb Triki

Cherien Dabis

Sherwan Haji, Ahmed Khairy, Nael

Donia Massoud, Suhaib Nashwan

Production Designer Roger Rosenberg

Director of Photography Pierre Aïm - AFC

Original Music By Alexandre Desplat

Editor Theis Schmidt

Costume Designer Virginie Montel Makeup Designer Saara Räisänen

Executive Producer Emil Wiklund FAD Olivier Jacquet - AFAR

Sound Designer Hans Møller VFX Supervisor Peter Hjorth

Produced by Johan Lindström, Linda Mutawi,

Linus Stöhr Torell, Alexandre Mallet-Guy

EAGLES OF THE REPUBLIC

2,000 on Diamond Fox.

3,000 on Lighting Thunder.

Alright, the race is about to start.

Hosam, 3,000 on Lighting Thunder.

I'm not taking more money, the race is starting now.

Too late, the race started, I swear, it started!

Come on! Faster!

Cut!

Amazing.

Excellent.

Are you sure? I don't want it to be too cheesy.

It's like a scene in an Antonioni film.

Fine.

Come on guys,

let's take Rula's close up.

Mr. George.

Your son called three times.

Text him,

tell him I'm in a meeting, a long boring one.

And tell him I miss him.

- But it's his birthday today, sir. - Shit.

Buy him...

Buy him a watch.

A Breitling Navitimer.

PHARAOH OF THE SCREEN GEORGE FAHMY

RULA HADDAD

Look at that!

Amazing, right?

Art made with milk.

Open it.

Breitling Navitimer. Made for the British

when they occupied Iraq after World War One.

This watch belonged to Saddam.

Thank you, Dad.

She's never late.

Young love is wonderful.

Is that why your girlfriend is my age?

Who told you that?

Your mother did.

I read it online.

Don't believe that.

Hello.

Hello!

How are you?

- Dad, this is Mai, I told you about. - All good?

You smell nice.

Please stop.

I don't use perfume.

Sit down.

What would you like to drink?

A Stella.

- You like beer? - Yes.

Then, I like you.

How are you?

I'm good. Happy birthday.

Thank you. What's this?

Two Stellas. For me and her.

One for me too.

I don't want to say much but it's a great book.

- So you read it? - Yes.

WHITE TEETH ZADIE SMITH

I'll read it, then.

How did you two meet?

- Do you remember Khaled? - Khaled?

When we went jet-skiing.

He's Mai's cousin.

Mai also loves Pink Floyd.

Dad introduced me to Pink Floyd.

You have good taste.

What did you do last night?

I saw a great movie.

That man there makes me uncomfortable.

Make him leave.

Of course, sir.

It's called Beau Travail.

A French film.

Directed by Claire Denis.

Her work is amazing.

Truly.

The images, the music...

I'll have to see it then...

Happy Birthday.

Let's go home, if you're going to be on your phone.

George! Darling!

Fawzy.

Yasser Islam.

George Fahmy.

Do you know each other?

Of course, a living legend.

I wouldn't have been an actor if it wasn't for you.

Mrs. Suzanne. George Fahmy.

Nice to meet you.

Such beauty.

Are you an actress like your dad?

He's not my dad, we're just friends.

But yes, I'm an actress.

Wonderful.

Who is she?

Don't ask.

She's the wife of someone important.

How important?

By the way, Mr. George...

We are a group of artists,

who formed a committee against the traitors

trying to taint the image of the army and the president.

Would you join us?

What?

Who dares to criticize the president?

And why?

The economy is flourishing.

No power cuts.

And everything is affordable.

Everything is just wonderful and great.

We all have to protect our country.

The enemy is everywhere.

We'd better go hide, then.

I don't see a contradiction

between being an artist

and a patriot at the same time.

Fine,

you're right.

Sorry, your name...

Doesn't matter.

You'll forget it right away.

Suzanne.

You sound like my dad.

What?

What is that supposed to mean?

Your manager was supposed to help me

get an audition for a series.

I don't think he likes me.

He doesn't like anyone.

Everyone thinks I'm using you to further my career.

President Al-Sisi signs

a new legislation setting a limit

on fuel subsidies,

in order to reduce the inflation rate...

Ms. Rula is here, should I tell her that you're sleeping?

No, let her in.

85% of Egyptians

support this action.

Have a seat.

What's up?

They came to my house.

Who?

They want me to do a TV interview about you.

Why?

They want me to say you hate Islam.

That you insulted the Prophet and other stuff that's not true.

And that I refuse to work with you again.

What are you afraid of?

Don't worry.

They can't do anything to you.

The whole country adores you.

You are Rula Haddad.

They can get to anyone.

Even you.

I'll be ok, no matter what you decide to do.

I understand.

Shall I drive you home?

My driver is outside.

What is this disgrace?

They're not even married.

We always abide by our morals, faith and customs.

What faith is that?

According to our faith, as revealed to the Prophet,

everything you do is a sin.

Did you know that Ibn Al-Haytham lived in Egypt

when he wrote his Treatise on Optics,

in the 11th century?

He pretended to be insane

so the state wouldn't persecute him.

He was the greatest scientist of his time.

We were the masters of the world then.

Where are we now?

We are drowning in immoral Turkish TV series.

"Pharaoh of the screen",

whom the whole country adores.

It seems that

the laws of gravity don't apply to you.

You and your degenerate friends have plunged the country into the mud.

But it's game over now.

This stops here.

What does that mean?

We have to re-shoot the end.

Are you serious?

WITH EGYPT TOWARDS A BRIGHT FUTURE

ABDEL FATTAH AL-SISI

EGYPT NATIONAL STUDIOS

- Good morning. - Morning.

Just go ahead.

What is this shit?

Gaby ordered them to move it.

My trailer has been here for 15 years.

It's in my fucking contract! Did you call Fawzy?

Call Fawzy.

- They moved George's trailer. - Give me that.

Hello?

They replaced me!

Yes.

With Yasser Islam...

- Is he inside? - Sir! You can't do that!

How dare you replace George?

Pharaoh of the screen! Awarded Best Actor

for "The Impossible Choice".

Star of "The First Egyptian in Space",

which topped the box office that year!

You replaced him with Yasser Islam?

Whose career is based

on accepting the roles George turned down.

Are you crazy? I can't believe it!

I can't believe it!

Calm down man. Take it easy.

You don't have to tell me how big a star he is.

Keep singing!

George, they are after you,

saying you're pro human rights and democracy...

I'm pro-democracy?

What, human rights?

Who said that?

Next time, tell them I'm a Trotskyist.

Trotskyist? God no!

Tell them that he is a patriot, that he loves his country.

And above all, Gaby,

he's a capitalist.

Because you'll pay him.

I don't understand.

Why are you still driving this shitty car?

Don't call her that. She'll get upset.

She's my lucky charm.

What about Bugatti or a Range Rover?

People will think that I can't get you good deals.

I love my Jaguar.

Let's have a drink at Coco's.

Someone powerful is after you, George.

We got an offer from the military.

Over my dead body.

They may be behind all this shit.

No.

I don't care.

I won't work for the regime.

Everything they touch rots and dies.

They want you to play "Number One".

"The Mexican"?

It's his own wish. He's a fan of yours.

He's the worst blow to this country since the 1967 war.

He saved the country.

I don't look like him at all.

I'm 6'1" tall.

I could play Abdel Nasser, he was 6'.

Or Al-Sadat, he was 5'10". It can pass.

Maybe even Mubarak who was 5'7", with some imagination.

But for God's sake, the man is 5'!

- George. - What?

Nobody says no to them.

Not even you.

Art is sacred to me.

I will never give up my principles.

Principles are worse than AIDS.

it's not about the president,

it's about his rise to power.

All events take place before the coup.

I mean, before the popular revolution.

That sounds like dogshit!

Call Donya. She thinks you hate her.

How do I say this nicely... She's a whore.

Excuse me?

I'll do it for you. What do you want me to say to her?

Make her believe she has a future in cinema.

Bye.

Do you want me to invite him up while I leave?

Have you lost your mind, darling?

Do you think I'm an idiot?

You've always stolen everything from me.

But to sleep with my husband...

From now on, I don't have a sister.

I don't want to see you anymore.

What do you think?

Good. It's good, really.

But...

try not to think too much about what you're saying.

Listen, darling.

Words are the clothes thoughts wear.

What you feel is what matters.

Fuck off.

Where are you going?

Where are you going?

Playing opposite the superstar,

Pharaoh of the screen,

George Fahmy...

She looks so old. Right?

Is it true that he tried to convince that Coptic girl

who converted to Islam

to revert to her religion...

Listen, Maha.

I don't like to gossip about my colleagues.

He is close to Pope Tawadros, right?

George is our biggest star.

And...

a great patriot.

He loves Egypt.

We often talk about our love for Egypt

and our gratitude to the president...

And his wife, Mrs. Marianne?

We don't see them together anymore.

They never attend any events together.

How is she doing?

Why don't you invite her here and ask her?

Okay. I'll do that.

- How are you, Sayed? - Hello sir.

Still counting stars?

You know it.

Be safe.

Take care.

What's going on?

The road is closed.

How much do you want?

Nothing.

What do you want?

Is this your son?

He studies at the Cairo American University, right?

Many car accidents happen in that area.

Tell him to be careful.

Are you threatening me?

Who do you work for?

Good night, Mr. George.

Shit!

Why doesn't my key work?

I changed the lock.

Call before you come. I could've had company.

I paid for this place. I want to see my son.

He's sleeping. It's the middle of the night!

I'll crash on the sofa.

What happened this time?

Someone threatened me.

- Who? - It doesn't matter.

So you're scared and we should console you?

I was worried about my son.

Whose daughter or wife did you sleep with this time?

Aren't you a little old for that?

You made the right decision.

They threatened my son, Fawzy.

Don't worry.

No one can touch you now.

Mr. George Fahmy!

It's an honor.

Ahmed Abu Talaat. CEO of Unlimited Media Group.

Welcome.

Please gentlemen, give him some space.

Mr. George.

As CEO of Unlimited Media Group,

my employees and I are honored to work with a legend like you.

Thank you.

Would you like to say a few words?

Please.

Mr. George Fahmy.

Thank you.

I am obviously very honored to...

to be part of this journey.

Thank you.

THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE

Come here, let me introduce you to Dr. Mansour.

- Who? - Dr. Mansour.

This way.

Nice to meet you.

Glad you decided to join us.

Thanks.

I hope we will accomplish great things together.

I hope so too.

Dr. Mansour is with the President's Office,

he's here to ensure the quality of the work.

Very good.

Shall we go?

Goodbye.

What do you think?

I really like that the main event takes place before the revolution.

- Can I smoke here? - Relax, Tarek.

The film is not a tribute to the army.

I wanted you to direct it.

I want your sincere opinion.

Does it need changes?

Do you believe this is what happened?

How can I explain?

Can I have a word with you?

Do you realize what is being asked of us?

Do you understand the situation?

We will paint the great pharaoh

while he's alive and kicking,

while he's still on the throne.

What do you think they'll do?

if, for example, we make his nose too big?

I don't care about his nose.

All I want to know,

can you turn this shit into something decent?

Of course not.

Why did you say yes, then?

Really? Are you asking me why, George?

The same reason why you agreed.

George Fahmy doesn't make bad movies.

I need you, Tarek.

I need you.

You have integrity.

Come on.

Mr. George, you can't bring your car inside.

What am I supposed to do? Walk?

No, sir. They have a studio cart.

Mother of God...

Hand me my script.

PHARAOH OF THE SCREEN PLAYS PRESIDENT AL-SISI

Good morning.

- But I'm not ready yet. - Okay.

I just need one second. Take the picture!

Wait until I'm done. I'll look just like him.

- Right? - Just like God made him!

I have to take a picture of you.

Take the photo and send it.

You look great, sir.

Who is this?

Medo, my new assistant.

Your name is "Me Too"?

Almost. It's Medo.

Stop it.

He's in his last year of college.

He's helping me.

Show me.

- Hair. - What?

- They want him to have hair.

He's been bald since kindergarten. Get me the producer.

Mahmoud, take off the bald cap.

- Why? - They want him to have your hair.

Listen.

Honestly, they want George Fahmy, not the president.

Don't look at me like that. I don't mean it like that.

It's better for you.

You wouldn't need to spend hours in makeup daily.

Okay. Take it off.

Belly and double chin too.

No!

Fuck no!

You'll look better. Why are you upset?

- I want to play Al-Sisi. - You will play Al-Sisi.

You will play Al-Sisi.

To be him, I have to look like him.

You will be him. Can you sit down?

Sit down.

George, dear.

- It's better for you. - How?

The film is not about George Fahmy, it is about Al-Sisi.

And you're going to be Al-Sisi.

There's a toilet in your trailer. And another outside here.

The snacks you wanted are in your trailer.

- But no mortadella. - Really?

They said it's not possible.

I brought you Om Ali pudding.

Gluten-free...

Good morning, guys.

- Hello. - Remain seated.

It's a great honor.

I'm a big fan of yours.

You have to see this!

Do Mubarak.

The situation is critical.

I told President Arafat

that he had no choice.

Okay, do Al-Sisi.

Please don't.

If you don't mind,

I'll tell you something.

The young Egyptians...

Right?

Please.

I want to shake hand yours.

So today you'll be named

minister of defense replacing Tantawi.

Do I know that they'll nominate me?

According to the script,

Tantawi knew, and he asked you to accept.

Why?

You are his protégé

and he knows that you will be loyal to him.

He wants to make sure that the Muslim Brotherhood

will not control the army.

Okay.

Hurry up, take your places.

Clap.

And... action!

In the name of God, the most merciful,

I solemnly swear

to protect the republic,

respect the constitution

and the laws,

and defend the interests of the people,

the independence of our nation

and the integrity of its land.

Cut!

It was beautiful, George.

Why aren't you applauding?

If you want, we'll do another take

but this one was good.

- Keep an eye on it. - Yes, sir.

Get well soon.

Good evening.

Peace be upon you and God bless you.

One box of Panadol and a...

Panadol and what?

Viagra.

Panadol and Viagra?

One second.

Panadol...

and Viagra.

50 pounds.

George Fahmy?

No.

Yes, you are George Fahmy.

Dad, look who's here.

The great movie star, George Fahmy.

Good evening.

I'm a big fan and I've been following you for a long time.

I download all your movies.

Look. Who is this?

You're great.

You're a superstar, a VIP. The best!

Thank you.

That's not for me.

Of course not. One second.

I can't believe it. George Fahmy in our pharmacy.

It's unbelievable!

But why Viagra? It's not good.

It gives you migraines and diarrhea.

The newest drug is called Cialis.

This will make you hard as a rock.

Like a pharaoh at home.

No diarrhea or headaches. And lasts for hours!

And your wife... Or whoever... will be pleased.

You'll be harder than the Sphinx.

There's a cheaper option,

called Kamagra.

It's from Thailand.

But it's a bit hit and miss.

What am I babbling about?

You don't care about the price.

A big star like you.

As I said, it's not for me.

I understand. Everyone says that.

No one is going to believe me when I say you were here.

- Please don't tell anyone. - No, of course not, sir.

Discretion is essential in our business.

What an honor! Can we take a selfie?

No, please.

But why, sir?

Can I just pay please?

Of course. No problem.

- So, Panadol and Viagra. - 50 pounds?

- Here. - Thank you.

Goodbye.

It was an honor!

An honor and a privilege to meet you!

Open a bottle of champagne, quickly.

What's wrong?

What's wrong, babe?

Dad died yesterday.

I thought you hated him.

You won't get it.

I also had a complicated relationship with my father.

But after he died,

my feelings changed.

And all my anger towards him disappeared.

- Really? - Yes.

I was sad to have lost him and I missed him.

Do you think I'm going to miss my father?

Perhaps, with time.

You clearly don't know anything about me.

Forgive him?

After the hell he put me and my mother through?

Do you think that...

it's in women's nature to forgive?

Is that it?

I know it's not that simple.

I love you.

My father loved your movies.

That's why I wanted to date you.

To provoke him.

You have a hard-on?

Wait, I'll explain.

My sadness turns you on?

I can explain.

We, the Muslim Brotherhood

put all our faith in God like yourself.

If you join us,

we will be seen as one hand.

Mr. President,

I'm sorry. I can't.

What?

Where is he?

What?

They don't like it or what?

No, it's great.

It's great.

But?

But... Maybe we can try it again.

Say your lines as if...

As if you believe what you say.

What are you saying?

You know...

Maybe we could do the scene again

but without exaggeration.

What the fuck?

- What do you mean? - Nothing.

- I don't know. - You don't know?

I'll be in my trailer until you do!

George, wait...

Let's just do one more take. Please.

If you have something to say, say it to my face.

Your performance is not convincing. You are overacting.

I'm George Fahmy.

Pharaoh of the screen.

My films finance all the studios in the country.

What does this have to do with what I said?

I'm talking about what I just saw.

Your performance was bad.

Fine.

Just fire me.

"Words are the clothes thoughts wear."

Samuel Beckett.

Can I trust you, General?

I am the president elect.

Loyalty to me is loyalty to the people.

Mr. President,

I swore allegiance to the constitution.

And swearing allegiance to anything else

is a betrayal of the constitutional oath.

Anything else, Mr. President?

No.

Cut!

Magnificent. The best scene we've shot so far!

- You shouldn't be afraid of me. - But you're the president!

No. In this scene,

you're the president.

So, behave like a president.

Okay, let's go again

Very good.

- How are you? - Fabulous!

I ordered your favorite sashimi.

Thank you.

Talk.

You are invited to the presentation of the new administrative capital.

Afterwards, you're invited...

by the highest-ranking officer in the army,

the minister of defense, Nasser Al-Ghul,

to his private residence.

Maybe he'll give you a medal.

A medal?

For my lack of integrity?

Listen, my friend,

Thursday, early evening, a limousine will pick you up.

George, sir. Hurry, they took Yousri's son.

I haven't seen my son since last night.

What's going on?

His son wrote something online. They took him last night.

I just want to know where he is.

- What's going on? - He's disturbing the peace.

He's my neighbor. I know him well, he never hurt anyone.

It has to be a mistake.

We're just doing our job.

I know, give me one minute.

Let me talk to him.

What's wrong, Yousri?

They arrested my son, George.

They took him!

Just go upstairs, we'll fix this.

We won't solve anything here.

- They arrested him! - I understand, but...

I don't know where my son is!

We'll fix it, just go home.

- God help me. - Go up!

The crescents are covered with stainless steel,

made from PVD.

Which gives it the golden color you see.

The engineering department of the armed forces

made sure to use Egyptian marble for the mosque

and insisted that all workers on site

are 100 percent Egyptian.

Mr. George!

You make us proud how you embody

the man that we all admire.

Let me introduce you.

General Montaser Hegazy, Chief of Staff.

Congratulations, on behalf of the Armed Forces,

I admire your great patriotic efforts in service of the country.

I am the head of the president's re-election committee.

- Do you want to join us? - It would be an honor.

The general's wife.

It's a pleasure to meet you.

The minister of interior. You know him.

Of course. It's a pleasure.

Same here, Mr. George. We're all big fans.

Thank you.

His Excellency's wife.

It's a pleasure. I've seen all your films.

I'm honored, ma'am. Thank you.

George, my wife.

- Nice to meet you. - Likewise.

The minister of defense and his wife.

Thank you for the invitation.

We're very happy to have you.

My wife.

George Fahmy.

I'm very honored.

Please go ahead.

Where's your wife?

Unfortunately, we are separated.

I thought the Coptic Church forbids divorce.

We're not divorced,

but we don't live together.

Leave him alone, dear.

Don't lecture him on ethics.

Bring me some pita bread.

Mr. George is a living legend.

I'm not a legend.

Let's leave the legend status to the dead.

Did you know that Shakespeare was of Arab origin?

His real name is Sheikh Zoubir.

That's why he didn't like Jews.

He was born in Stratford.

Who's that, ma'am?

William Shakespeare.

I read in a book that he was born in Baghdad.

My wife is always right.

Of course.

Don't belittle me, honey.

I would never dare, honey.

I'm serious.

Actually, my wife

has a master's in history from the Sorbonne.

She lived in France for many years.

Could it be possible, Mrs. Suzanne,

that the English claim Shakespeare

just like they do mathematics, astronomy

and the Rosetta Stone?

He was baptized at the Church of the Holy Trinity

in 1564.

In the 19th century, some Arab intellectuals

invented this story of Sheikh Zoubir.

Then Gaddafi, a century later,

immortalized this story while high from smoking hashish.

Do you know why?

In my opinion,

since Arab men have been totally castrated,

they are inclined to believe

any fable that claims that the Arabs

invented something of value.

Thank you for your inspirational words, honey.

When he was in college,

he was a great football player,

but an academic failure.

I need to make an important call.

I am very honored to work with you, sir.

- Excuse me. - Go ahead.

Relax.

You are among friends here.

We are the shield that protects the country.

We are

Eagles of the Republic.

If you need anything,

just tell me.

Tell me,

what can I do for you?

Nothing, really.

I have everything I need, thank you.

I don't mean material things.

We can change anything you want.

There is someone I'd like to help.

If possible.

It's possible.

My neighbor's son has been arrested.

They're good people.

I'm sure this is a mistake.

What's his name?

Adel Yousri Ramzy.

State Security officers make mistakes sometimes.

Colonel Ibrahim? Good evening.

A young man was arrested by mistake.

What's his name?

Adel Yousri Ramzy.

Student?

Medicine at Ain Al-Shams.

Medicine at Ain Al-Shams.

Thank you.

I've told him many times, but he never listens.

- How are you? - Very well.

Listen, the president

will attend the ceremonies on October 6.

I have a great idea.

How about giving the opening speech?

I don't know, sir...

What is it you don't know?

Are you too "big" for us?

No, sorry, sir.

I would be honored.

It must be a surprise.

You know,

the people around him talk too much.

The country is at a boiling point.

If it all goes to hell what will we do

after removing the Brotherhood?

For fuck's sake!

Show some resistance. Talk back!

You treat me as if I were God Almighty.

Don't you get it?

I'm not the president yet.

I'm scared.

I don't know who to trust.

There is no oxygen at the top.

If you are all terrified, you force me to act and not react.

- George! - What now?

- Calm down. - No!

This is bullshit!

We need to push

this scene against the wall and fuck it!

You say your lines as if it was going to bite you.

You should be thinking: He lost his mind, he is wrong.

The country is at a boiling point.

If it all goes to hell, what will we do after removing...

That's it! Come on, let's roll!

Enough, let's go.

How much time do we have?

10 minutes, sir.

Asfour, come.

Did you get my Om Ali pudding?

Do you have a minute?

Wait.

Give us a minute.

Alone.

That's okay, go ahead.

I advise you

to be very careful

when you talk about the president.

Do I tell you how to do your job?

My job is to warn you.

Don't assume anything about the president.

You don't know him, you know nothing about him.

My job is to create a credible character.

And for that, I need my imagination.

Keep your imagination to yourself.

Acting is sharing with the public.

It's an expressive art.

- As a producer... - You are a producer?

Here is your contract.

When you have time, sign it.

All copies.

I don't sign anything.

I'm a man of my word.

This is a special production, with an insurance policy...

Insurance?

Are we in Finland?

Mr. George, welcome back.

Thank you, George.

Thank you.

I'll never forget what you did.

Your son is innocent. They made a mistake.

Thank Uncle George!

Thank you very much.

Welcome home, kid.

Good night.

Don't get comfortable.

We're going to P-Lounge.

Please, honey, can't you go alone?

I want to go with you.

Thank you for supporting

our fight against breast cancer.

We miss you.

Why don't we see you at mass anymore?

I've been very busy.

Too busy for God?

We heard that you have some problems at home.

Thank you, Father, everything has been resolved.

This is... my son's friend.

I hope to see you on Sunday, with your wife.

We will be there.

- Good evening, George. - Good evening.

Do you ever stop acting?

Would you like something from the bar?

Champagne.

A mango juice, please.

Madame Afaf.

Mr. George.

I see that even the censorship division appreciates free drinks.

Nothing is for free.

Alcohol?

You should respect the role you're playing.

Our president is a devout Muslim.

Dance with us.

I'm sorry. Later.

What a nice coincidence.

What do you mean?

We met a few days ago at dinner, madame.

Ah, the actor...

No wonder you're here.

Why? Because this evening is dedicated...

to tits?

Breast cancer, George.

So, you do know my name, madame.

This is a restricted area.

You are...

a restricted area?

A minefield.

Interesting.

I'm a minesweeper.

Wake up, sir.

- What? - I'm sorry.

Ms. Rula is here. She insisted that I wake you up.

Are you alone?

She's sleeping.

I have no one else.

I can't pay my rent anymore.

No one is returning my calls.

Not even my manager.

Why? What's going on?

What do they say you did?

I don't know. Maybe I'm on their list.

Can you find out?

Since you're working with them now.

I need to work, George.

Wait here.

What is this?

60,000. To help you out.

No. I can't accept it.

Take it.

I would have lost it at the races.

Hello, good morning!

We'll do it a 2nd time.

What an honor!

Hello.

Hello, sir.

This is the scene of the visit to Tanta,

when he was still minister of defense.

Is this supposed to be Tanta?

Yes, that's right. But...

it looks better on camera.

Sir, I want to thank you.

Thank you for helping my neighbor's son.

Anything for you, George.

I'm a bit embarrassed, but...

I'd like your opinion on something.

Go ahead, tell me.

I have a friend, a very talented actress,

but it seems that she's blacklisted.

What is her name?

Rula Haddad.

Do you have her number?

Of course.

She is a very close friend.

How close?

No, not like that.

Don't worry.

I'll take care of it myself.

Thank you.

Come in, we'll redo the scene.

Let's go, Tarek.

Yes, I see.

You want a bad boy who also prays.

What is this?

I'll call you back.

Where are you going?

To the opening of this stupid festival.

Why didn't you tell me?

I have nothing to wear.

I have to take my son...

What?

He wants a picture with me on the red carpet.

Since when are you trying to be the perfect dad?

Please, no drama.

How are you?

Come.

Sorry, only VIPs here.

Dad!

George, my friend!

Playing the role of the president?

That's great.

Come on man, move it.

I'm surprised they didn't call me.

Maybe they didn't have your number?

Touché!

Nice one.

Shall we take a picture together?

George, sir!

He's my dad!

Dad!

George, over here!

Here George, look here!

Where is Rami?

Have you seen my son?

Has anyone seen George Fahmy's son?

He's his son, stupid!

- Calm down. - They are idiots!

He's here now, it's fine.

Don't make a scene in front of the press.

It's fine.

Have a drink.

Have a drink, son.

The night is still young.

- How is it going with Mai? - Good, I think.

Are you hungry?

But I want a picture with you on the red carpet.

It's too crowded.

- Good evening. - Sir.

I have a reservation in the name of Shakespeare.

You work as a teacher.

Did you google me?

You went to Saint Clare's, in Heliopolis.

You were second best in your class.

No.

I was the best student.

But I didn't kiss up to the teachers.

The kiss-ass always got them gifts.

There's a commercial for bathroom tiles.

They're offering a huge amount for one day's work,

And they will refurbish your bathroom.

I agreed to do this film but that doesn't make me a prostitute.

I will transfer the money to Dubai to pay off the apartment.

Holy cow!

It looks like Cecil B. DeMille's "The Ten Commandments".

They're spending money like rice.

Okay, listen.

This is the day Morsi was overthrown.

You are welcomed as a liberator of the people.

Imagine yourself as Abdel Nasser in 1956.

Alright.

Three, two, one...

Action!

The army and the people are one hand!

Freedom! Freedom!

Sisi, Sisi, you are our leader!

Tell me...

Yasser Islam? Is he having an affair with the minister's wife?

Impossible.

How can you be so sure?

He's gay.

You wish!

No, I swear. He gave me a blowjob.

It wasn't that great,

but you could tell he's no amateur.

Good for you.

Why do you ask?

We're ready to resume.

Relax, man.

THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE

I ran into the bishop the other day.

We need to be seen together in church, Marianne.

Tell him I have Covid.

Fine.

Get dressed.

We're going to church.

Come on!

What is it?

She just wants to be friends.

She doesn't have those feelings for me.

You're a nice guy, son.

Girls don't like nice guys.

Is that why you treat mom like shit?

Who are you?

What kind of question is that?

Who are you?

You surround yourself with people you despise.

Aren't you a little hard on your dad?

Do you realize that you sold out?

Maybe.

But I did it for you.

For you, Rami.

Do you remember anything about us?

Yes.

I remember holding you for the very first time.

You were a little tiny baby.

And all of a sudden, I felt my heart expand,

as if my life finally had meaning.

That's a line from one of your shitty movies.

"The Impossible Choice".

Rami...

Was your son happy with the pictures on the red carpet?

Yes, very happy.

I want to see the pictures.

Your son is not in the pictures.

You were with the minister's wife.

You fucking liar, you son of a bitch!

I'll tell everyone how old you are,

and that you are a permanent member of the limp dicks club.

What if we just leave?

I have an apartment in Dubai.

You have a son here.

He can come visit us.

Do you want me to run away with a man willing to abandon his child?

I'm falling for you.

Sorry for the delay.

Traffic downtown was a bitch.

- He wants you. - Who?

The minister of defense.

Why?

- What does he want? - He didn't say.

Where is he?

He's waiting in front of the mosque.

I'll be back.

Alright.

Stay here, Asfour.

Hello, sir.

How can I be of service?

Your tie is crooked.

Even the medals are wrong.

They forgot the medal for the liberation of Kuwait.

Tell me.

Have you spoken to your actress friend?

No. Why?

There was a little misunderstanding between us

and she suddenly disappeared.

I wanted to apologize to her.

Can you help me?

Sure.

Tell her

that I'm sad,

and that I miss her very much.

Eagles of the Republic are looking forward to your speech.

Does he know you're sleeping with his wife?

We need your help, Mr. George.

You have to convince Rula to see the minister again.

But this time, she'll wear a wire.

Understood?

Got it?

This would be a good time to sign your contract.

Dear Marianne, dear Rami...

I have decided to end my life...

I hope you'll forgive me...

It's my handwriting.

You never know.

God forbid

something bad happens to you,

like an accident...

if you disappeared without a trace,

your loved ones won't have to check the hospitals,

police stations or morgues

to find you.

Of course,

God forbid.

How are you?

Why are you staying here?

It's my friend's house.

I had to disappear.

He's a monster.

They want you to wear a wire.

How did we end up here?

We say words that have been written for us

and experience feelings that have been dictated to us.

I remember what you told me.

We're here to make people

forget their pain for a few moments.

And that's why we choose to suffer, for them.

George...

Mr. President,

we have information that the attack in Sinai

was carried out by the Ansar Al-Islam group,

who surrounded the 103rd battalion.

They must have had a source on the inside.

Wait here.

Darling...

What is it?

- You look so nervous. - No, what do you mean?

What the hell is this?

Please, I'm begging you...

Who sent you?

No one sent me, leave me alone please!

Hey you!

Come here.

Sir? What's up?

Get in.

Reaching 38 degrees in the afternoon...

Ladies and gentlemen, this is a very special day.

Today is October 6th.

There will be a graduation ceremony for the Military Academy,

which President Al-Sisi will attend...

Mr. President,

Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.

Mr. President...

They are waiting for you at the podium.

George!

As soon as the president arrives, we cheer for him.

Louder!

Mr. President, Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi.

President of the Republic,

Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces.

As of now, leadership is passed on,

from the graduating batches

to the new ones.

Here are the flags of the Military Academy,

carried by the new batch.

A tribute to the martyrs!

VICTORY OR MARTYRDOM

Follow me, sir.

And now,

ladies and gentlemen,

we are honored to welcome

the big star

George Fahmy!

Before your last line, you must salute the president.

This is an order from the top.

Okay.

Mr. President, Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces,

dear leaders,

we are here today

to pay tribute to the martyrs who fell defending our country

on October 6, 1973.

Our heroes

who miraculously crossed over,

and defeated an army

which was better equipped than ours

and had the support of a superpower.

Every Egyptian

should be grateful

to our armed forces

and the courage and sacrifices of the men there.

It is a great honor for me

to stand before you today,

on the anniversary of your historic victory.

Guide us to the light, Mr. President.

May your vision for the future make Egypt

the greatest nation in the world.

God bless our army,

our police

and the great Egyptian people.

Victory...

or martyrdom!

Go to them there, hurry up!

Hurry up!

Fasten your seatbelt!

- Sir... - Sit down!

Full name and rank?

Lt Colonel Mahmoud Walid.

- What are your parents' names? - Mohamed and Nouran.

Mohamed and Nouran what?

Please sir, they're not involved.

Not involved in what you did?

I know nothing, I'm just a soldier!

I swear, I didn't do anything!

Where do your parents live?

Sir, please...

Sir, you'll feel better if you drink some water.

Would you like some water, your excellency? We have peanuts too.

This way, hurry!

Yes, it's me.

Keep me posted.

Is the minister of defense coming?

No sir, he's with his troops.

You all know what happened.

Thank God,

the president is safe and sound.

The republican guard has secured

all key state facilities,

including the TV headquarters.

The country is in a state of emergency.

But we have not declared that officially.

I will personally inform Dr. Mansour of all developments.

Any questions?

May I, sir?

Go ahead.

Who in this room attended

the dinner on September 7?

Eagles of the Republic.

What do you call a soldier who receives

his orders from a civilian?

Arrest him.

A traitor.

You're all excused.

You received a text message earlier today.

Go and meet her.

I deleted the message.

Room 1606.

I know.

Make her talk.

Talk about what?

Let her tell you what she knows.

And don't try to save her.

This is beyond you.

Here.

Your car is in the parking lot.

Go on.

Egyptians gathered to celebrate October 6.

President Al-Sisi attended the celebrations

which took place at the Military Academy,

in the presence of the great movie star

George Fahmy.

Mr. President,

Supreme Commander...

who gave a speech in honor of the president,

and all he's done for the nation

in such a short time.

The October 6 War,

the military miracle,

that still stands before history.

It was a turning point that proved to the world,

the power and resilience of the Egyptian Armed Forces.

You knew!

What?

What would go down at the parade.

What happened?

I can never see you again.

Leave the country.

Your life is in danger.

You're so dramatic.

It's over between us.

George?

George!

Good evening.

Did you hear about what happened to your actress friend?

Rula.

It seems that she fell from a balcony.

I shouldn't have left her alone.

Perhaps she could still be alive.

I met her last night...

And she told me that you...

you convinced her to give me a second chance.

I'm really grateful you did that.

You know she was very dear to me.

Her eyes,

her hair...

I loved everything about her.

Right?

Do you need anything else?

If you please ma'am, this way.

And who is this?

How would I know?

You don't know?

Then let's have a look.

Don't hurt her. She has nothing to do with this.

Who do you think I am?

- You think I'd lay a hand on my wife? - Please.

What are you waiting for?

Go home!

They're going to interrogate everyone.

And they'll ask you

who told you to give a speech in front of the president.

Hegazy.

He asked you to speak in front of the president

and salute him.

As for me,

I wasn't there.

- They won't believe me. - Yes, they will.

Because you're a great actor.

And you can make them believe anything.

Especially if you want to protect someone you love.

What's going on?

They took my boy...

They took Rami, George.

They took my son away.

They took him.

They took him away!

It's your fault! Bring him back!

It's your fault! Bring back my son!

Minister of defense's wife,

did she know anything?

She hates him.

That's not my question.

She didn't know anything.

They found the body of your manager.

They tortured him.

Was it your idea to give the speech?

No.

General Hegazy asked me to do it.

I couldn't say no.

But I didn't know...

I didn't know anything else.

I thought it was just a speech.

I didn't know they were plotting against the president.

Who are "they"?

Have some mercy. Please.

Who?

I beg you.

They have my son.

Who?

The minister of defense wants me to say that...

that it was Hegazy who asked me to give a speech.

That's the truth.

You have to believe me. I didn't know anything else.

I love my country.

And I love our president.

You are a liar.

We know you hate us.

We have what we need.

Bring him in.

We...

Thank you, Mr. George.

You played your role perfectly.

Take away his weapon!

Ready!

Fire!

All good.

I can only be a patriot.

Can I trust you, General?

I am the president elect.

Loyalty to me is loyalty to the people.

Mr. President,

I swore allegiance to the Constitution.

Swearing allegiance to anything else

is a betrayal of the constitutional oath.

Anything else, Mr. President?

No.

To my daughters