Waiting for Abou Zayd (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2010, Waiting for Abou Zayd is a documentary film directed by Mohammed Ali Al-Atassi, running about 82 minutes.
What it’s about. "Nasr Hamed Abou Zayd is not Godot, and the expectation promised by the title is misleading: this great gentleman is present in almost every shot. Who is he? An Egyptian Muslim theologian of international reputation, he has published exegeses of the Koran which led to his being condemned for apostasy. Exile, forced divorce from his wife Ibtihal Younes since his marriage was subject to annulment, separation from his son, such are the consequences of his writings. But Abou Zayd has not given up, residing in Leiden in the Netherlands, he continues, always on the road, to give conferences, to explain with great serenity his positions in public debates, on television, etc. C It is this particularly impressive dedication that Mohammad Ali Atassi's camera recorded over a period of six years.
Who’s in it. Waiting for Abou Zayd stars Nasr Hamid Abû Zayd as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Waiting for Abou Zayd sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waiting for Abou Zayd page.
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- Where can I watch Waiting for Abou Zayd (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Waiting for Abou Zayd change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Waiting for Abou Zayd worth watching?
- Waiting for Abou Zayd holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Waiting for Abou Zayd?
- Waiting for Abou Zayd stars Nasr Hamid Abû Zayd.
- When was Waiting for Abou Zayd released?
- Waiting for Abou Zayd was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.