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Simply A Masterpiece

Sadly Over-hyped

Pretty good movie overall. First half was nothing special but it got better as it went along.

Actress is magnificent and exudes a hypnotic screen presence in this affecting drama.

In the beginning of this film I felt a sense of overwhelming joy for the protesters for their accomplishments...but then the real revolution begins again and again. Being a U.S. citizen, where life and circumstances aren't nearly as bad as I thought after watching the first 15 minutes of this film, it is important to be aware of the struggles around the globe that go on to ensure the things we may take for granted. After the first round of protesting was over, I thought there would be reasons for the protesters to celebrate. Although, that was not the case. The protests seemed to dig a deeper hole for the revolutionaries. But they didn't give up...the people of Egypt never lost sight of their purpose and to fight for what they believed in...freedom! They have outstanding hope and integrity. I believe what they are experienced is horrible and they will overcome the tragedy and mistreatment and ruling. They will have their freedom

I think it was last year that this was nominated for best documentary, although I don't think it won. It revolves around the continuing Egyptian revolution that started back several years ago and has been in the papers so much even up to today. I just read another article the other day about it. It's predominantly filmed on the main Square of Cairo, hence the title. Since it's a documentary, it's all real, which makes it all more disturbing. I think if it was fictional; it would probably be even more horrific because you know how they like to make things as horrific as possible in movies. So, in that sense, this movie is pretty tame. But since it's real, it affects you more. Several people get hurt in it, but the documentary only focuses on one casualty during the whole thing. It's a little convoluted and I think they could've explained what was going on better. It was as if they assumed you already knew everything about it. Although, I do try to keep up with the news, I am unfortunately a little ignorant of the details of the revolution. I wished they had focused a bit more on the logistics of what happened as apposed to the fighting and demonstrating in the Square specifically. It did make me want to read up more on the subject. I just think that, if they were going to focus on how violent and "horrific" it was, they should've focused on more horrific things. Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't want to have to go through something like that, but it just wasn't informative enough for a real documentary and too sanitized for a sentimental documentary.

This documentary is about people fighting and standing up for what they want and believe in. I think the purpose of this documentary is to stand up for what you believe in, and have the courage to stand up for you and fight for what you and everybody else needs. I didn't know that this happened to people and I didn't know some people in the world were denied access to basic human rights, it's sad and cruel what those people have to go through. They all risked a lot by standing and camping at the square; they were all breaking rules and defying the people in charge. This documentary showed a lot of courage and strength. It showed how strongly people care about their rights and how strongly they wanted to be treated like equals. I'd recommend this documentary to anyone who's interested in these types of things.

Greetings again from the darkness. This is the third of this year's five Oscar nominated documentaries I have seen, and thanks to the historic Texas Theatre, I'll get to see the last two as well. This one is directed by Cairo born and Harvard educated Jehane Noujaim. She sets out to capture the Egyption Revolution, as part of the Arab Spring, and now in it's third year. This is a look from inside the core of the revolution, not a washed-over CNN report.It should first be noted that this revolution began as more of a protest. Citizens just fed up with the Mubarek regime began congregating in Tahrir Square in hopes of influencing change and a transition to a society of conscience. Ms. Noujaim and her multitude of cameras follows a hand full of these protesters and the changes that occur inside the revolution. These changes occur as Mubarek falls, the military takes over and betrays the movement, and then the Muslim Brotherhood takes control when Mohamed Morsi wins the election. This causes the loss of solidarity in the movement as it becomes clear that the Brotherhood consorted with the military to gain power, proving their mission was quite different.One of the faces of the revolution is Egyptian actor Khalid Abdalla who you might recognize from the fine 2007 film The Kite Runner. Abdalla speaks excellent English and is clearly passionate about the vision. His comments also drive home the difference in a protest and the politics of a true revolution. We only get a couple of on camera comments from government and military officials, but the real insight and spirit of the film is captured in the faces, words and actions of those involved in the sit-ins, despite the many violent attempts to shut them down.The most staggering visual comes from an aerial view of Cairo as the camera captures the masses as they descend on the streets during the third uprising that we see. It's breathtaking and in stark contrast to the news reports we saw in the U.S. Unfortunately, there is still no resolution in this as Egypt is still in flux and preparing for yet another election. That brings even more power to the "in the moment" point of view that this film delivers. http://moviereviewsfromthedark.com/