The Magic of the Hidden Treasures of Visuals

This documentary serves as an illustrated historical document, showcasing film materials collected from numerous cinema tapes spanning Egypt, France, and Italy. It captures the essence of Egyptian life over the last 100 years, beginning with the first cinema shots taken in Cairo in 1898 by the Lumière brothers.

The film provides a visual representation of the socio-economic conditions of the time, illustrating scenes of the Egyptian populace as they navigate life along the Nile Palace Bridge. This exploration highlights the collection of taxes for the passage of goods, shedding light on the historical significance of these moments in Egyptian history.