The Eloquent Peasant
Sep 01, 1970 · 20m
Director
Shadi Abdel SalamOverview
Based on one of the major literary texts survived from the Middle Kingdom, the classical period of Egyptian literature, The Eloquent Peasant is a combination of a morality/folk tale and a poem. The events are set between 2160 and 2025 BC. When the peasant Khun-anup and his donkey stumble upon the lands of the noble Rensi, the peasant’s goods are confiscated and he’s unjustly accused of theft. The peasant petitions Rensi who is so taken by the peasant’s eloquence that he report his astonishing discovery to the king. The king realises the peasant has been wronged but delays judgement so as to he can hear more of his eloquence. The peasant makes a total of nine petitions until finally, his goods are returned.
Cast of The Eloquent Peasant
Crew of The Eloquent Peasant
About The Eloquent Peasant
What is The Eloquent Peasant about?
Based on one of the major literary texts survived from the Middle Kingdom, the classical period of Egyptian literature, The Eloquent Peasant is a combination of a morality/folk tale and a poem. The events are set between 2160 and 2025 BC. When the peasant Khun-anup and his donkey stumble upon the lands of the noble Rensi, the peasant’s goods are confiscated and he’s unjustly accused of theft…
When was The Eloquent Peasant released?
The Eloquent Peasant was released on September 1, 1970.
How long is The Eloquent Peasant?
The Eloquent Peasant runs 20 minutes.
Who directed The Eloquent Peasant?
The Eloquent Peasant was directed by Shadi Abdel Salam.
Who is in the cast of The Eloquent Peasant?
The cast of The Eloquent Peasant includes Ahmed Marei (The Peasant), Ahmad Anan (Grand Steward) and Ahmed Hegazi (Thutenakht).