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Sherif M. Awad

film critic-curator

since 1990

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The Sad Fate of Actors Who Played Superman in Cinema and TV

by Sherif M. Awad Superman is one of the most iconic and popular superheroes of all time. He has been portrayed by many actors in different media, from movies and TV shows to cartoons and video games...

Soylent Green from Fiction to Reality

by Sherif M. Awad Have you ever watched the movie Soylent Green? If you have, you probably remember the shocking twist at the end: Soylent Green, the food supplement that everyone eats in a world...

The 8th Day (Le Huitième Jour), How European Films Featured People with Special Needs

by Sherif M. Awad Have you ever watched a film that made you laugh, cry, and think at the same time? A film that touched your heart and opened your mind? A film that showed you a different perspective...

From Han Solo to Indiana Jones: The Iconic Roles of Harrison Ford: a well-deserved honorary Oscar

by Sherif M. Awad Introduction If you love movies, chances are you love Harrison Ford. The American actor has been a leading man in films of several genres and is regarded as an American cultural...

Julian Sands: His Beginnings, His Career, His Personal Life and Melodramatic Farewell

by Sherif M. Awad If you are a fan of British cinema, you probably know who Julian Sands is. He is a talented and versatile actor who has appeared in dozens of films and TV shows, ranging from period...

Religion on Screen: A Critical Analysis of American Film

by Sherif M. Awad Religion and cinema are two powerful forces that have shaped the American culture and identity. Both have the capacity to create and recreate worlds, to tell stories, to evoke...

Sensuality in Film: A Comprehensive Guide

by Sherif M. Awad What is sensuality and how does it differ from sexuality? How has sensuality been depicted in film throughout history? How does sensuality in film influence our sex education, our...

Mission Impossible: From TV to Silver Screen

by Sherif M. Awad In this blog post, we will explore the history and evolution of the Mission Impossible franchise, from its origins as a TV series in the 1960s to its current status as one of the...

Lalo Schifrin: The Composer of the Immortal Mission Impossible Theme

by Sherif M. Awad Have you ever heard the Mission Impossible theme song? Of course you have. It’s one of those tunes that gets stuck in your head and makes you feel like a secret agent. But do...
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