Ezzel Dine Zulficar

Ezzel Dine Zulficar was an Egyptian film director, screenwriter, actor and producer.

Zulficar was born in Cairo, Egypt. As a child, Zulficar was a prodigy. He received a scholarship and studied astronomy. He loved reading, which is what had helped him succeed. He graduated from the military faculty and later became a lieutenant. Although he was doing well in his military career, he decided to start directing. He was influenced by his brother, who was a screenwriter. He started as director Mohamed Abdel Jawads assistant, but in 1947, he directed his first movie, Aseer alZalam . One of his most successful movies as a director was Rud Qalby which was featured for six weeks in Cairos cinemas.

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