Poisonous Roses (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2018, Poisonous Roses is a drama film directed by Ahmed Fawzi Saleh, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Set in the confines of an impoverished Cairo neighborhood, a community's everyday life is threatened by the ruthless rhythms of Tanneries, rotary driers crushing animal skin, hazards of poisonous waste water, Tahyea desperately clings to her brother, Saqr, whose only dream is to escape.
Who’s in it. Poisonous Roses stars Mirihan Magdy as Taheya, Ibrahim El Nagary as Saqr, Mahmoud Hemida as Karawan and Safaa Al Toukhy as The Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Poisonous Roses has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Poisonous Roses page.
If you liked it. Fans of Poisonous Roses tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Poisonous Roses (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Poisonous Roses change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Poisonous Roses worth watching?
- Poisonous Roses holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Poisonous Roses?
- Poisonous Roses stars Mirihan Magdy, Ibrahim El Nagary, Mahmoud Hemida, Safaa Al Toukhy and Mohamed Berakaa.
- When was Poisonous Roses released?
- Poisonous Roses was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.