At the 2024 El Gouna Film Festival, The White Dress premiered in the Narrative Feature Competition. The film follows Warda, who, on the eve of her wedding, discovers a problem with her wedding dress. Her urgent search for a replacement leads her on a journey through Cairo, ultimately becoming a personal exploration of her relationship with both the city and herself. The narrative blends drama with lighthearted moments, highlighting societal pressures, self-identity, and the emotional complexities of wedding preparations.
Take a look at some of the standout red carpet looks from the premiere!
Asmaa Galal wearing Gemy Maalouf
Amina Khalil
Gihan El Shamashergy
Passant Shawky
Directed by Jailan Auf, this feature-length debut showcases her talent for authentic storytelling. The film features a star-studded Egyptian cast, including Yasmine Raeis, Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Asmaa Galal, Salwa Mohamed Ali, Lubna Wanas, Arwa Gouda, Engy Abou El Seoud, and Mimi Gamal. Each of these actors brings depth to the film’s storyline, particularly Raeis and Galal, whose performances have been praised for their nuanced portrayals of female experiences in Egyptian society.
Mohamed Farrag and Passant Shawky
Yasmina El Abd
Yasmin Raeis
Mayan El Sayed
Lekaa El Khamissi
Arwa Gouda