Looking for Oum Kulthum (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2017, Looking for Oum Kulthum is a music film directed by Shoja Azari, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A film within a film, "Looking for Oum Kulthum" is the plight of an Iranian woman artist/filmmaker living in exile, as she embarks on capturing the life and art of the legendary female singer of the Arab world, Oum Kulthum. Through her difficult journey, not unlike her heroine's, she has to face the struggles, sacrifices and the price that a woman has to pay if she dares to cross the lines of a conservative male dominated society.
Who’s in it. Looking for Oum Kulthum stars Neda Rahmanian, Yasmin Raeis, Mehdi Moinzadeh and Kais Nashif.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Looking for Oum Kulthum has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Looking for Oum Kulthum page.
If you liked it. Fans of Looking for Oum Kulthum tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Looking for Oum Kulthum (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Looking for Oum Kulthum change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Looking for Oum Kulthum worth watching?
- Looking for Oum Kulthum holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Looking for Oum Kulthum?
- Looking for Oum Kulthum stars Neda Rahmanian, Yasmin Raeis, Mehdi Moinzadeh and Kais Nashif.
- When was Looking for Oum Kulthum released?
- Looking for Oum Kulthum was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.