Jihan El-Tahri
DirectingAbout Jihan El-Tahri
Jihan el-Tahri is an Egyptian writer, director, and producer. After receiving a degree in political science from the American University in Cairo, she worked as a news correspondent for British and American newspapers, covering the Middle East and Africa. She has authored, directed and produced award-winning documentary films, and books and reported on political conflicts in the Middle East and Africa. In 1990, El-Tahri began directing and producing documentaries for French television and international broadcasters. Her produced and directed documentaries, including the award-winning film Behind the Rainbow. She also produced and directed the acclaimed documentary Cuba: An African Odyssey and the Emmy-nominated House of Saud. Her 2014 Egypt's Modern Pharaohs, a trilogy of films about former Egyptian presidents Gamal Abdel Nasser, Anwar Sadat and Hosni Mubarak, was funded by a grant through the Doha Film Institute. Jihan's other accomplishments include being a member of the Executive Bureau of FEPACI (Federation of Pan-African Cinema) and the Secretary General of the Guild of African filmmakers in the Diaspora.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Jihan El-Tahri reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Jihan El-Tahri's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 0% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Jihan El-Tahri remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Les pharaons de l'Egypte moderne, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Jihan El-Tahri Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Jihan El-Tahri's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Jihan El-Tahri.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Les pharaons de l'Egypte moderne | Réalisateur | Flop | Similar → |
Jihan El-Tahri - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Jihan El-Tahri?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Jihan El-Tahri is "Les pharaons de l'Egypte moderne" with a rating of 0.0/10.
How many movies has Jihan El-Tahri acted in?
Jihan El-Tahri has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.