Flight 404

I am really blown away by Mona Zaki's performance.

The story is breathtaking! Ghada, the protagonist who is haunted by a sinful past is trying to take the pilgrimage to Mecca and wipe the slate clean, while constantly being challenged by the temptations to return to it.

Just before her trip, she encounters a real pickle in which she is pressured to reach out to the same people who she is trying to run away from. It's a real dilemma that drives enjoyable suspense in the film.

Following Ghada "who is Mona" throughout this journey, with the fear of what could happen and cheering for her has really made this film an engaging experience. Hats off to the director and Mona for her absolutely amazing performance!

Flight 404 is an Egyptian film that has many fans among Arab audiences, but it is unlikely to be a great film among Iranian viewers. In terms of film-making techniques, this movie for Iranians is at the same level as the soaps.

From the point of view of the script, there are no knots or challenges in the film.

The film is about Ghada (the first role of the film), a woman with a sinful background who is on the threshold of the Hajj journey, but problems arise for her that prevent her journey and force her to meet the people she met in her previous life. He had a relationship and became more disappointed with what he had lived. The turning point of the screenplay is Ghadeh's resistance to return to the previous path despite all the temptations and difficulties and his loyalty to his decision for a clean and new path in his life.

The main focus of the story is facing the problems of life and specifically providing money for the operation of Mother Ghada, which is a problem for people living in Iran that we face every day and every hour, and from this point of view, it is not attractive for them.

Some movie critics considered this film as a documentary that expresses the problems of not only Egyptian women but also men, and this is a strong point for this film.

This is despite the fact that the drama cinema in this movie is much darker and biting. Films that express social harm more clearly and bitingly. " I'm Taraneh, 15", "His! Girls Don't Scream", "Leila", "Circle", "The Day I Became a Woman" and... are among these films.

Such a great movie about redemption, and reviews the strength of a woman's stamina doing what she believes even when the whole world is not helping, also reviews how humans aren't completely stable, they want something they say another they do a totally different thing, an amaaazing performance from mona zaki, delivered all the feelings smoothly, exactly the way that anyone would feel in her situation, why we felt so connected with the movie, she's just like us, she's strong at some point, she's weak at another, she's somewhere between at another, an absolute Oscar worthy performance, also great performance from all supporting actors, a massive credit for hani khalifa as he tells the story so smooth yet indirect knowing his movie is made for an adult audience, overall i wish this movie will be translated into asmany language as possible so the whole world can know who mona zaki is, the most talented arab actress nowadays.

I thought I'm going to watch something while doing the housework.. but as soon as the main issue happend in the movie I rewinded it and can't put in words how mona z acting is breathtaking..I only gave it 8 out off ten for some average acting here and there but it's a very important film to be made at this time and age .. if you see the bigger picture of the challenge the main actress dealing with .. you can apply it for tons of personal choices and how the sounding react to it with blame guilt tripping and making it hard just to see how are you commit to the choices you choose for yourself.. great touching film.

Frankly, it's a fantastic film, and unfortunately, it reflects a reality that is prevalent not just among women but also men. The depth and realism captured in the narrative resonate with the struggles and experiences of many individuals. Mona Zaki's performance stands out, showcasing her remarkable ability to bring complex characters to life. Her portrayal is a testament to the power of meaningful cinema, demonstrating that films with a purpose can be both powerful and deeply impactful. Every moment of the film is crafted with care, leaving no room for mediocrity. The acting is superb, with each actor delivering a compelling performance that adds layers to the story. The choice of the dramatic storyline is exceptional, engaging the audience from start to finish. The film's high-quality production values and thoughtful direction further enhance its appeal. We need more films like this, ones that not only entertain but also provoke thought and reflection, sparking conversations about important social issues.