Suhair El-Morshedy: Hanan Motawea Deserves the Oscar
Suhair El-Morshedy praises her daughter Hanan Motawea’s performance in “Happy Birthday” and sees the film as Egypt’s strong contender for the Oscars
Veteran actress Suhair El-Morshedy expressed her pride and happiness over the nomination of the film "Happy Birthday", starring her daughter Hanan Motawea, to represent Egypt in the Oscar Awards. 🎬🏆
In a special statement, El-Morshedy said:
"Hanan Motawea deserves to win an Oscar… why not?! But art is ultimately a complete system, requiring all elements—writing, directing, cinematography, and acting. Only then can we think about the Oscars." ✨🎭
The film “Happy Birthday” tells the story of Tawha, a young girl working in a wealthy household who builds a deep bond with Nelly, the daughter of the family. Though Tawha has never experienced the joy of celebrating her birthday, she strives to organize an extraordinary celebration for Nelly, while secretly yearning to experience happiness for herself. 🎂💖
The cast includes Nelly Karim, Hanan Motawea, and Dhoha Ramadan, with a screenplay co-written by Sara Johar and Mohamed Diab, delivering a richly emotional and human narrative, complemented by performances that leave a lasting impression. 🌟🎬
The film’s Oscar contention reflects the strength of Egyptian cinema in presenting compelling stories that transcend borders, offering audiences high-quality acting and a finely crafted narrative. 🏆✨
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