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The Review Geek
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Review Geek
Novelists – CODA
Track List Say My Name Coda All For Nothing Maldicion De La Bruja In Heaven Adam And Eve Sleepless Nights 78 Rue CRC K.O Novelists revitalise the rock scene with an album showing technical chord progression and rhythm. It is a rare piece of artistry which plays out as a juggernaut, and this band prove their heading to the top without pretentiousness. The songs are all tightly weaved and they soar as a result, breaking conventions especially musically and the lyrics convey despair in such a manner that it is easy to feel them and to relate. Chugging guitar moments grab the attention, putting the volume up to breaking point, and when things get subtle, its majestic. Subtlety is not a consistent basis on CODA either, as rapidly the tracks measure up to a loud sequence that grows and grows until it snaps. The beauty of these songs comes from a seriously talented unit, which do not lose momentum or swagger – they only get better and neater throughout the album. Say My Name in particular is sublime. The band have worked tirelessly here, opting for the big and bold, which provides a wonderful atmosphere and backbeat. It helps too that the vocals are superb. It is a sure sign of a quality act. Sleepless Nights begins with a quiet edge until the soaring guitars and percussion cuts in, making for a loud but satisfying experience. The lyrics convey endless disarray and disappointment. CRC meanwhile, proves the band can mean business. It's a no-nonsense approach, biting down on love and its dark side. The instrumentals blow minds and hearts, while the lyrics show hatred towards the regime. Ultimately, Novelists is a talented band making waves. CODA is their best work and their most honest collection, making for an easy recommendation.
CairoScene
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Modern Classic ‘Sahar El Layali' Returns to Zawya Cinema on April 30th
A landmark of early 2000s Egyptian cinema returns to the big screen for a special screening in Downtown Cairo. Apr 27, 2025 Downtown Cairo's Zawya Cinema is set to host a special screening of 'Sahar El Layali' ('Sleepless Nights') on Wednesday, April 30th, offering fans of Egyptian cinema the chance to revisit one of the most influential films of its generation. First released in 2003, 'Sahar El Layali' is widely regarded as a modern classic for its unflinching portrayal of personal relationships, marital tensions, and societal expectations in contemporary Egypt. The film marked director Hani Khalifa's debut feature and Tamer Habib's first feature as a screenwriter. It follows four couples as they navigate love, betrayal, and disillusionment, painting a raw, emotionally complex portrait of urban middle-class life. Featuring a celebrated ensemble cast—including Mona Zaki, Khaled Abol Naga, Sherif Mounir, Hanan Turk, Ola Ghanem, Gihan Fadel and Ahmed Helmy—the film was praised for its character-driven storytelling and naturalistic dialogue, a shift from the more melodramatic styles that had dominated Egyptian cinema in previous decades. 'Sahar El Layali' was a commercial and critical success, winning several awards, including Best Film at the Cairo International Film Festival and the Egyptian National Film Festival.
