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The Square
The Square
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THE SQUARE

Al Midan

Directed by Jehane Noujaim
Egypt, United States, 2013
Documentary

Synopsis

In February 2011, Egyptians—particularly young ones—showed the world the way people demanding change can drive an entire nation to transformation. The result was a profound movement toward democracy that is still evolving across the Arab world…

Synopsis

In February 2011, Egyptians—particularly young ones—showed the world the way people demanding change can drive an entire nation to transformation. The result was a profound movement toward democracy that is still evolving across the Arab world…

Our take

Winning the Audience Award at Sundance 2013 was just the start for this hot-button documentary, which went on to universal critical acclaim and an Oscar® nomination. Its eyes clear and its finger firmly on the pulse, The Square is a passionate, invaluable look at our rapidly changing time.