Hani Khalifa

Hani Khalifa 🎬🇪🇬

(Born March 6, 1970) – An Egyptian director known for his distinctive cinematic style and works that carry a unique dramatic and human touch. He began his career as an assistant director before making a name for himself with successful film and television projects.

📌 Career Highlights

🔹 Assistant Director in several notable films, including:

🎥 Sareq Al-Farah (The Joy Thief) (1995) – Directed by Daoud Abdel Sayed

🎥 Qishr Al-Bunduq (Hazelnut Shell) (1995) – Directed by Khairy Beshara

🎥 Ard Al-Khawf (Land of Fear) (2000) – Directed by Daoud Abdel Sayed

🔹 Director of Films and TV Series:

🎬 Sahar Al-Layali (Sleepless Nights) (2003) – Film

📺 Al-Jamea (The University) (2011) – TV Series

🎬 Sokar Mor (Bitter Sugar) (2015) – Film

📺 Fawq Mustawa Al-Shubuhat (Above Suspicion) (2016) – TV Series

📺 Al-Hisab Yegma’ (The Account Settles) (2017) – TV Series

📺 Layali Eugenie (Eugenie Nights) (2018) – TV Series

📺 Namra Etnein (Number Two) (2020) – TV Series

🎬 Al-Rehla 404 (Flight 404) (2024) – Film

🏆 Praise & Positive Reviews

🔹 Al-Youm Al-Sabea Newspaper: "Hani Khalifa’s projects always carry a unique signature. Despite their rarity, they leave a lasting impact on the audience."

🔹 Nogoum FM: "Streaming platforms will not replace the collective cinema experience."

🔹 Arwa Gouda 🎭: "Hani Khalifa focuses on every word in the script, allowing actors to deliver their best performances."

🔹 Nahed El Sebai 🎭: "He masters the ‘effortless complexity’ style, focusing on acting performance to showcase actors in the best light."

📌 Quick Facts

🗓️ Born: March 6, 1970

🇪🇬 Nationality: Egyptian

🎬 Occupation: Film Director, TV Director, Assistant Director