The Emperor

Year: 1990

Runtime: 140 mins

Language: Arabic

Director: Tarek Al-Aryan

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Zinham, a young man fleeing Upper Egypt, rises through the ranks of organized crime and heroin smuggling, partnering with an Israeli trafficker. His loyal friend Ibrahim joins him, but after Zinham eliminates his early associate Slim, he marries a dancer and becomes ruthless, killing anyone who threatens his empire. Consumed by addiction, Zinham eventually murders Ibrahim, suspecting his wife's betrayal.

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