The short documentary film "Tale of Hope" ("Hekayet Amal"), directed by Mohannad Diab, has won the Best Short Documentary Film Award at the 2025 Alexandria Mediterranean Countries Film Festival.
The film competed in the Short Film Competition for Mediterranean Countries, standing out for its poignant storytelling and social impact.
Produced as part of a broader series supported by Misr El Kheir Foundation, "Tale of Hope" is a moving human story that sheds light on the struggles of imprisoned debtors—men and women trapped in a cycle of poverty due to small, unpaid loans. The documentary centers on the emotional journey of a resilient mother from Upper Egypt, who manages to transform pain into hope and rebuild her life with strength, dignity, and determination.
Through sensitive narration and compelling visuals, the film humanizes a deeply rooted issue in Egyptian society and promotes awareness about the importance of tackling the roots of debt-related incarceration. The storytelling aligns with Misr El Kheir’s national efforts to promote social awareness and support vulnerable communities, particularly in reducing the number of imprisoned debtors.
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