The Drama Committee at the Supreme Council for Media Regulation Praises President El-Sisi’s Commendation of Egyptian Drama and Stresses the Need to Continue Creativity

 

The members of the Drama Committee at the Supreme Council for Media Regulation praised the remarks made by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi during the Egyptian Family Iftar ceremony regarding the positive progress this year in the quality of artistic works and drama programs and their impact on the Egyptian family.

 

The President called for more of this constructive approach in the works presented to the public and stressed the need for drama to reflect the deeply rooted values of Egyptian society and its cultural awareness. He also emphasized that drama should contribute to building a national consciousness worthy of Egypt and its status, expressing its cultural message that extends through the ages.

 

The committee affirmed the importance of maintaining this positive development and creativity during the upcoming drama seasons and building on the steps already taken to present drama that is more aware of societal issues and more committed to professional and artistic standards.

 

Discussing Ramadan Drama Works

 

These remarks came during a meeting of the Drama Committee at the Supreme Council for Media Regulation, chaired by film critic Magda Morris, to discuss the Ramadan drama productions that aired during the first half of the holy month. This comes as part of the committee’s efforts to monitor and evaluate the content presented to Egyptian viewers, within the framework of the council’s regulatory and supervisory role, ensuring compliance with professional standards and media codes while preserving freedom of opinion, expression, and artistic creativity.

 

Part of the meeting was attended by engineer Khaled Abdel Aziz, Chairman of the Supreme Council for Media Regulation.

 

In its report, the committee praised several drama works that aired during the second half of Ramadan, including Hekayet Nargis, Al-Lawn Al-Azraq, Forsah Akhira, Ard wa Talab, and Al-Nass Al-Tani, as well as the radio series Marfou’ Mo’aqqatan Min Al-Khedma, highlighting their notable dramatic treatment and distinguished artistic performances.

 

The committee also commended the current Ramadan drama season for continuing to address and discuss several important social issues, including children’s issues, mental health, and the integration of people with special abilities into society. It noted that tackling such topics contributes to raising public awareness and shedding light on various humanitarian and social challenges.

 

Young Talents

 

The committee also expressed its appreciation for the strong and noticeable presence of young talents, both in front of and behind the camera, particularly in the field of directing. It highlighted several emerging names during the current season, including Sameh Alaa, Amr Moussa, and Ahmed Adel Salama, reflecting the vitality of the Egyptian drama industry and its ability to continually renew itself.

 

The Drama Committee at the Supreme Council for Media Regulation is expected to issue its final report evaluating the Ramadan drama season after the end of the holy month, including a comprehensive review of the drama productions along with their strengths and observations.

 

The meeting was attended by renowned director Ahmed Saqr, prominent director Hany Lashin, journalist and writer Ola Al-Shafie, Chairperson of Youm7 Media Foundation, journalist, critic, and screenwriter Zein Khairy Shalaby, critic Sara Nemattallah, critic Rania Youssef, novelist, journalist, and critic Ahmed El-Sherif, film critic Ramy El-Metwally, and Amir Youssef.