Himself (played by Khalid Abdalla) is a protagonist in The Square.
Veteran protester whose long-standing commitment is chronicled. His journey underscores the sacrifices made during the revolution and the resilience required during the uncertain transitional period. Herself (played by Dina Abd Allah) is a protagonist in The Square.
Revolutionary participant whose experiences reflect the broader struggle. Highlights the personal and political stakes as the movement faces new threats under military administration. Herself (played by Dina Amer) appears in The Square.
Himself (played by Magdy Ashour) appears in The Square.
Himself (played by Pierre Sioufi) appears in The Square.
Himself (played by Ramy Essam) appears in The Square.
Himself (played by Ahmed Hassan) appears in The Square.
Herself (played by Aida El Kashef) appears in The Square.
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Characters
Himself
(played by Khalid Abdalla) — protagonist
Veteran protester whose long-standing commitment is chronicled. His journey underscores the sacrifices made during the revolution and the resilience required during the uncertain transitional period.
Herself
(played by Dina Abd Allah) — protagonist
Revolutionary participant whose experiences reflect the broader struggle. Highlights the personal and political stakes as the movement faces new threats under military administration.
Herself
(played by Dina Amer) — supporting
Himself
(played by Magdy Ashour) — supporting
Himself
(played by Pierre Sioufi) — supporting
Himself
(played by Ramy Essam) — supporting
Himself
(played by Ahmed Hassan) — supporting
Herself
(played by Aida El Kashef) — supporting
Self (archive footage)
(played by Hosni Mubarak) — minor
Self (archive footage)
(played by Mohamed Morsi) — minor
Herself
(played by Buthayana Kamel) — supporting
Herself
(played by Ragia Omran) — supporting
Himself
(played by Sherif Boray) — supporting
Story Analysis
An observational chronicle of the Egyptian Revolution through protester perspectives.
Plot Progression
Tahrir Encampment & Uprising
Regime Collapse & Victory
Transitional Uncertainty
Military Rule & Enduring Struggle
Directed by Jehane Noujaim
The Square (2013) · 7.6/10 · documentary, drama, history
