Mad World Acquires Sales Rights to Egyptian Drama ‘Al Baraneya’
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Mad World Acquires Sales Rights to Egyptian Drama ‘Al Baraneya’

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Cairo-based Mad Solutions’ film sales arm, Mad World, has secured worldwide sales rights for the Egyptian drama ‘Al Baraneya’ ahead of its premiere at the Venice Film Festival. The film marks the debut feature from Dutch-Egyptian filmmaker Ashgan El-Hamus.

The premiere will take place in the Giornate degli Autori parallel section of the festival in Venice. ‘Al Baraneya’ centers on Al Amal, a pregnant young woman navigating life with her extended family.

Mad World is handling worldwide sales for the film, indicating an intention to distribute it internationally following its debut at the prestigious Venice Film Festival. The acquisition highlights growing interest in Egyptian cinema and emerging filmmakers like El-Hamus.

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