What’s being screened
«Bab el-Hadid» (Central Station, 1958) is a film by Egyptian director Youssef Chahine, a key figure in Arab cinema. Shot in black and white, it depicts daily life at Cairo’s train station through a neorealist style. The Valencian Film Archive is showing this session with Spanish subtitles, as per its official catalogue.
Who directed it
Youssef Chahine (1926–2008) was a pioneering filmmaker in Egypt, known for blending social critique with poetic storytelling. «Bab el-Hadid» marked his international breakthrough and is considered one of his most representative works. The film was restored by the Valencian Institute of Culture (IVC) for its screening in the classic cinema cycle.
Time and duration
The screening will take place on 7 November 2026 at 20:15 in the Valencian Film Archive’s auditorium, located in Edificio Rialto. The runtime is 77 minutes, with no intermission. Check how to get there on the Edificio Rialto venue page.
Prices and tickets
Admission is free, but seating is limited.
