A fisherman's son becomes a pawn in the conflict between religious and political elites while studying in Cairo.
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Adam, the son of a fisherman is offered the privilege to study at the Al-Azhar University in Cairo, the center of power of Sunni Islam. Adam becomes a pawn in the conflict between Egypt's religious and political elites.
"Boy from Heaven - A gripping political thriller set in Egypt, where Adam, a young fisherman’s son, earns a scholarship to the prestigious Al-Azhar University in Cairo. After the death of the Grand Imam, he becomes entangled in power struggles between religious and political elites, recruited by the government as an informant. Facing dilemmas of faith, corruption, and manipulation, the film —awarded at Cannes— delivers a powerful reflection on the clash between religion and power. Perfect for those who enjoy complex, thought-provoking political dramas."