Bolbol Hayran
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Bolbol Hayran is a 2010 Egyptian film. The Bolbol is both the protagonist's name, and also means "nightingale
" in reference to his whistling. The Bolbol can also be a sexual connotation of the male organ in Egyptian culture. The film was originally titled Sab' El Boromba (He Man), but the filmmakers decided to change the name to Bolbol Hayran; stating that it is a better fit for the lead character. The film is a light-hearted romantic-comedy
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) wakes up in a full-body cast after a mysterious accident shattered every last bone in his body. He is lying in a hospital bed, where he will probably spend the next few weeks, and with him is Dr. Amal (Emy Samir Ghanem), a dedicated physician taking care of his needs 24/7. Bolbol warms up to the perky doctor and shares his story with her in painstaking detail.
His story involves two important girls in his life. The first is Yasmine played by Zeina
, a harmonica playing member of a rock band, who he meets and instantly takes liking to. After a little resistance from her, they end up going out, and later they become engaged. Then he meets Hala, played by Shery Adel.
As the owner of a small ad agency, Bolbol first meets Yasmine. At first Bolbol is smitten by her controlling and independent character and her carefree attitude and lack of jealousy until the novelty wears off. Just as his fondness turns into frustration towards Yasmine, in walks Hala (Shery Adel), a submissive, helpless, quiet and obedient girl who is in many ways the polar opposite of Yasmine.
Bolbol spends more and more time with Hala, ultimately falling for her, but at the same time he cannot shake off his love for Yasmine. Both women seem to have something that Bolbol desires,
Nightingale
The Nightingale , also known as Rufous and Common Nightingale, is a small passerine bird that was formerly classed as a member of the thrush family Turdidae, but is now more generally considered to be an Old World flycatcher, Muscicapidae...
" in reference to his whistling. The Bolbol can also be a sexual connotation of the male organ in Egyptian culture. The film was originally titled Sab' El Boromba (He Man), but the filmmakers decided to change the name to Bolbol Hayran; stating that it is a better fit for the lead character. The film is a light-hearted romantic-comedy
Romantic comedy film
Romantic comedy films are films with light-hearted, humorous plotlines, centered on romantic ideals such as that true love is able to surmount most obstacles. One dictionary definition is "a funny movie, play, or television program about a love story that ends happily"...
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Plot
The successful engineer Bolbol (Ahmed HelmyAhmed Helmy
Ahmed Helmy is an Egyptian comedian and drama actor. He is married to the Egyptian actress Mona Zaki and they have a daughter named Lily born in 2003.- Trivia :...
) wakes up in a full-body cast after a mysterious accident shattered every last bone in his body. He is lying in a hospital bed, where he will probably spend the next few weeks, and with him is Dr. Amal (Emy Samir Ghanem), a dedicated physician taking care of his needs 24/7. Bolbol warms up to the perky doctor and shares his story with her in painstaking detail.
His story involves two important girls in his life. The first is Yasmine played by Zeina
Zeina
-Career:Zeina started her career as a model in video clips, using her real name Wesam. She was chosen by director Daoud Abdel Sayed to play the role of Hanna in the movie Ard El kof , her first film...
, a harmonica playing member of a rock band, who he meets and instantly takes liking to. After a little resistance from her, they end up going out, and later they become engaged. Then he meets Hala, played by Shery Adel.
As the owner of a small ad agency, Bolbol first meets Yasmine. At first Bolbol is smitten by her controlling and independent character and her carefree attitude and lack of jealousy until the novelty wears off. Just as his fondness turns into frustration towards Yasmine, in walks Hala (Shery Adel), a submissive, helpless, quiet and obedient girl who is in many ways the polar opposite of Yasmine.
Bolbol spends more and more time with Hala, ultimately falling for her, but at the same time he cannot shake off his love for Yasmine. Both women seem to have something that Bolbol desires,