El Sett, by Marwan Hamed
Due to the weather forecast, the screening has unfortunately been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you all for turning out in such large numbers to attend the Ciné Plein-Air Marseille screenings this summer.
See you soon at the Mucem! Come see *El Sett*, directed by Marwan Hamed—a powerful biopic about the singer Oum Kalthoum—under the stars at Fort Saint-Jean.
*El Sett*, directed by Marwan Hamed, 2026, 2h35 – Original version with subtitles
Born in a small village on the Nile, singer Oum Kalthoum finds herself at odds with a conservative society. Amid hardships and illness, she used her voice with strength and determination. Portrayed by Mona Zaki, this famous Arab diva—a global icon—is the central figure of this biopic. A daring project from the writer of the multi-award-winning *The Yacoubian Building*.
French Premiere
In partnership with the Marseille Film Festival
In the presence of Caroline Chenu, co-curator of the exhibition “Bonnes mères”
Practical information
Bar and light refreshments available on site.
Chairs and bleachers are available. You may want to bring cushions for your comfort.
Starting at 8:00 p.m., access is only via the Saint-Laurent Footbridge (Panier side).
Due to the weather forecast, the screening has unfortunately been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you all for turning out in such large numbers to attend the Ciné Plein-Air Marseille screenings this summer.
See you soon at the Mucem! Come see *El Sett*, directed by Marwan Hamed—a powerful biopic about the singer Oum Kalthoum—under the stars at Fort Saint-Jean.
El Sett, by Marwan Hamed
*El Sett*, directed by Marwan Hamed, 2026, 2h35 – Original version with subtitles
Born in a small village on the Nile, singer Oum Kalthoum finds herself at odds with a conservative society. Amid hardships and illness, she used her voice with strength and determination. Portrayed by Mona Zaki, this famous Arab diva—a global icon—is the central figure of this biopic. A daring project from the writer of the multi-award-winning *The Yacoubian Building*.
French Premiere
In partnership with the Marseille Film Festival
In the presence of Caroline Chenu, co-curator of the exhibition “Bonnes mères”
Practical information
Bar and light refreshments available on site.
Chairs and bleachers are available. You may want to bring cushions for your comfort.
Starting at 8:00 p.m., access is only via the Saint-Laurent Footbridge (Panier side).
In partnership with Ciné Plein-Air Marseille and the Marseille Festival
