The Egyptian international film The Goat will be screened tomorrow, Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Alexandria Opera House as part of the Opera Cinema Club program.
The screening is being organized in cooperation with the National Cinema Center and comes as part of the Egyptian Opera House’s cultural and intellectual activities under the supervision of Rasha El-Fiqi.
The film will be shown at 7 p.m. at the Sayed Darwish Theatre in Alexandria Opera House.
Discussion Session Following The Goat Screening
A discussion session will take place immediately after the screening to explore the film and its artistic and dramatic themes.
The session will feature producers Islam El-Dakhakhny and Ahmed El-Dakhakhny and will be moderated by film critic Ahmed Asser.
The discussion is expected to address the film’s story, artistic vision and the experience of presenting the work to audiences and international film festivals.
The Goat Cast and Filmmakers
The Goat was written and directed by Ilaria Borelli and features an international cast combining Egyptian and foreign performers.
The cast includes Mira Sorvino, John Savage, Amr Saad, Sayed Ragab, Maya Talam, Nelly Karim, Jessica Hossam and Alma Fredi.
The film brings together a group of prominent Egyptian and international talents in a dramatic story built around social and human themes.
The Story of The Goat
The film follows Hadia, an 11-year-old girl who is forced to marry an elderly man.
Seeking to escape her difficult circumstances, Hadia runs away and begins a journey through the desert accompanied by a goat, searching for a new beginning away from the troubles of her village.
Through Hadia’s journey, the film explores a child’s confrontation with difficult circumstances while highlighting the human and social dimensions of her experience.
The Goat and Its International Awards
The Goat received several awards at international film festivals, including recognition in categories related to storytelling, directing, cinematography and acting.
The film earned these awards during 2023 and 2024, adding to its international festival presence ahead of its Alexandria Opera House screening.
Amr Saad’s Latest Drama Work
On the television front, Efraag is among actor Amr Saad’s latest dramatic projects, following his participation in the 2026 Ramadan season.
The series featured a large ensemble cast, including Hatem Salah, Tara Emad, Abdel Aziz Makhyoun, Alaa Morsi, Sama Ibrahim, Ahmed Abdel Hamid, Safwa, Mohsen Mansour, Mohamed Soliman, Basant Shouky and Sherif Desouky.
The series was written by Ahmed Halba and Mohamed Fawzy and directed by Ahmed Khaled Moussa.
The Goat Screening Date at Alexandria Opera House
The Goat is scheduled to screen at 7 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Sayed Darwish Theatre at Alexandria Opera House.
The screening will be followed by a discussion with the film’s producers, moderated by film critic Ahmed Asser.
When will The Goat be screened at Alexandria Opera House?
The film will be screened at 7 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026.
Where will The Goat be screened?
The screening will take place at the Sayed Darwish Theatre at Alexandria Opera House.
Who stars in The Goat?
The cast includes Mira Sorvino, John Savage, Amr Saad, Sayed Ragab, Maya Talam and Nelly Karim, among others.
What is The Goat about?
The film follows an 11-year-old girl who escapes across the desert with a goat after being forced to marry an elderly man.
Has The Goat won international awards?
Yes. The film received awards at international film festivals during 2023 and 2024 for areas including story, directing, cinematography and acting.
