Mutterseelenallein
Genres
Overview
An elderly man who lives alone begins to experience a gradual erosion of his memories, as well as his sense of time, place, and reality. As he navigates the uncertain and disorienting terrain of his own mind, the man struggles to hold onto his sense of self and avoid losing touch with the essence of who he truly is.
Details
Budget
$1000
Revenue
$0
Runtime
17 min
Release Date
2023-12-21
Status
Released
Original Language
Arabic
Vote Count
1
Vote Average
10
Kamal Ismael (Abu Tarek)
Old Man
6.6
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6.4
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6.5
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6.3
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10.0
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7.9
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6.5
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8.1
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7.3
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6.9
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7.1
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6.5
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