Clash

Did I mention that there is a lot of yelling in this movie, like non-stop? In the end, the conflict in Egypt seemed poor like a buffoonish charade than any real plea for peace. Who's side is the right side? Doesn't matter because, from an outsider's perspective, they all seemed to have the same beliefs with their minor (albeit to them major scuffles) highlighting the way. All, there was so much praying in this movie it was like watch people in the Sunday pews at a cathedral, or mosque, or what have you, tearing into each other for their own almighty beliefs. As a travelogue, "Crash" works to warn people NOT to visit small-minded Egypt any time soon.

I appreciate a lot of what this attempts, even if it doesn't always mesh together for a good film. The acting is more than decent, the cinematography is impressive given the obvious limitations and the story it's attempting to share is compelling. However, I don't think there's enough there for a full-blown film. All the characters have their own story and motives which aren't overly developed, which generally leads to shouting matches every five minutes - which is simply irritating to watch. I, admittedly, do not know anything close to enough about the Egyptian uprising of 2013, but every character says something or does something that I just find purely nonsensical; to the point where I'm not sure it would even happen in real life. Perhaps I'm wrong, certainly a possibility, though it just comes across that the filmmakers had loads of stories to tell and just crammed them in without making them appear logical. I still find 'Clash' extremely interesting and admire how it's all filmed and put together, I just feel that the premise wears thin a tad.

The idea of a film set entirely within a police truck in Cairo does not seem a particularly enticing prospect. Writer, director Mohamed Diab manages, however, to make this both riveting and exciting. With the considerable mix of Egyptians packed together and the troubles raging on the streets outside, this is an incredibly potent mix of actions, emotions and life changing moments. Clearly, the van load of Muslim Brotherhood supporters, Christians, police and their supporters brings all into conflict but also provides the opportunity to consider compromise and the possibility of swapping conflict for reconciliation. At the same time this is a thunderingly exciting film with provocative and believable dialogue and wincingly, in your face action. Interrupted momentarily whilst watching, I returned to my seat to become aware of just how fast my heart was racing. Stunning filmmaking and easily enjoyed without considering the political dimensions but even more potent in doing so.

In fact, the director, the writer and the authors must be proud of the work of this film in light of this security hurdle to all the media and I as a proud viewer to watch this purposeful Egyptian film, which promises us that the Egyptian cinema is okay and inside Which explains the situation from the other side of the event when the three parties (the people - the Brotherhood - the police) in one place and shed light on all professional on all sides

First of all this movie deserved to be at least nominated for Oscar for best foreign language movies . It is great in every aspect , the acting is Superb and so real , the cinematography is inventive and unique , I was amazed by how they managed to film these number of people in this tiny place. Also the scenes of protests were very well executed . I like also how all points of view were portrayed equally with no preference to any political side , just a group of different human beings put in this difficult situation and want to survive .

So I had to watch this for a class and I loved it. The cinematography was magnificent and the plot keeps your attention at every moment. I feel like it sheds light on things a lot of people should be more aware about, but sadly it likely isn't getting the viewing it needs/deserves.

Did I mention that there is a lot of yelling in this movie, like non-stop? In the end, the conflict in Egypt seemed poor like a buffoonish charade than any real plea for peace. Who's side is the right side? Doesn't matter because, from an outsider's perspective, they all seemed to have the same beliefs with their minor (albeit to them major scuffles) highlighting the way. All, there was so much praying in this movie it was like watch people in the Sunday pews at a cathedral, or mosque, or what have you, tearing into each other for their own almighty beliefs. As a travelogue, "Crash" works to warn people NOT to visit small-minded Egypt any time soon.

Clash is one of the best cinematic experiences you can get from Arab cinema. Directed by Mohamed Diab, he was able to deliver a powerful message that contains the political outlook and general human conditions. A very successful experimental cinema. It is interesting to observe that the camera never leaves the van throughout the film, it may be uncomfortable to claustrophobic viewers.