We Are Egypt: The Story Behind the Revolution

Months before the momentous uprising in Egypt many talked of a revolution - but no one knew when that day would come. Going beyond the headlines this story filmed in the fourteen months leading up to the Revolution highlights the years of mounting resentment against the ruling regime. The film follows key opposition figures and young democracy activists as they struggle against extraordinary odds and at great personal risk to remove an uncompromising authoritarian regime.

Director: Lillie Paquette
Actor: Noam Chomsky
Actor: Omar Sharif