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= Ah Men Hawaa =

Ah Men Hawaa (Arabic: اه من حواء; English: Oh from Eve) is an Egyptian comedy-drama film directed by Fateen Abdel Wahab, written by Mohamed Abu Youssef, and produced in 1962. The film stars Lubna Abdel Aziz, Rushdi Abaza, Hussein Riad, Abdel Moneim Ibrahim, and Madiha Salem. The story is based on William Shakespeare's play The Taming of the Shrew, and the film is hostile to women, as it perpetuates violence, discrimination against them, and gender stereotypes.

Cast

 * Lubna Abdel Aziz as Amira, a possessive woman who pushes any prospective suitor away.
 * Rushdi Abazah as Dr.Hassan, a veterinarian at Amira’s grandfather’s farm who he forces her to marry.
 * Hussein Riad as Mr.Amine the grandfather of Amira and her sister Nadia. A very kind man who raised a very spoiled granddaughter (Amira, as compared to her well behaved sister).
 * Abdel Moniem Ibrahim as Lamay, Nadia’s fiancé. Known for his weak yet kind personality.
 * Madiha Salem as Nadia, Amira’s sister. Different from Amira, wants to get married yet needs to wait for her older sister first.
 * Mostafa El Sherif as Mr.Helmy, a suitor for Amira set up by his mother Aziza.
 * Aziza Helmy as the mother of Mr. Helmy. A powerful woman who controls her son’s life.
 * Hussein Ismail as Zonfol the helper of Dr.Hassan, he adds a comedic touch to the film.
 * Mohamed Idris as the wedding officiant for Amira and Dr.Hassan and Nadia and Lamay.
 * Nahed Sabri as the belly dancer
 * Ingy Ismail as Nadia’s friend, who visited her when she was sick
 * Mary Ezz El Din as the wife of Mr. Heshmat
 * Ibrahim Heshmat as Mr. Heshmat, they are the relatives of Amira’s family, they come to visit her.
 * Awataf Takla as Fathiya, the maid.

Plot
A veterinarian named Hassan gets transferred to work in the countryside for a wealthy family, and on the way, his car collides with Amira, who insults him after he almost hits her with his car. Amira is portrayed as a fierce and spoiled girl who does not like men and isn't easy to get along with. She lives with her grandfather, who raised her, and we later realize that Hassan works for her family. Throughout the film, Amira and Hassan never get along, and there is always tension between them. On Amira's birthday, she plans a party and sends invitations to all her friends, including Hassan; however, he does not show up. Hence, Amira goes and confronts him at his house. She, therefore, asks him to join the party, but he refuses. She storms out, and she rips her dress in an attempt to frame Hassan for trying to rape her. She goes and tells her grandfather in front of everyone at the party to ruin Hassan's reputation; however, her grandfather doesn't believe her because he saw her do it herself, but he plays along and goes to confront Hassan. The grandfather tells Hassan about Amira's scheme; therefore, to save his reputation, he proposes to her in front of everyone. Her grandfather agrees with the veterinarian to marry Amira, hoping she will change. On the wedding night, the veterinarian teaches her the first lesson and does not come. Hence, she goes to get him which leads them to an agreement that they will fake their marriage for one month to save her reputation. Hassan mistreats Amira in front of the public to gain their sympathy. At the end of the month, Amira asks for a divorce; however, Hassan refuses under the condition that they officially get married. Amira agrees, and they get married. Hassan tells her he will send the divorce papers she wishes for as soon as he reaches the city. Before he leaves, she fights him and finally declares her love for him.

Character analysis
Dr Hassan - a main protagonist in the film portrayed by Rushdi Abazah. He is shown to be rather Intelligent and a compassionate veterinarian who is well-respected in his field. He works for Mr.Amine the grandfather, a rich man who owns a farm in a village distant from the city. The first encounter of his appearance is at the start of the film. Amira’s car is seen coming to a halt unable to function any longer and he gives her a ride to her grandfather’s house. During the car ride, they begin to argue over Amira’s attitude as he stops the car when he sees a duck laying eggs. It’s inferred that he is compassionate towards animals and later on its revealed that he is a veterinarian. Moreover, Dr. Hassan is seen to be quite cruel in his treatment towards her, he forces her to cook and clean although she has no experience in any. He provides her a small bed, which she feels uncomfortable sleeping on. He threatens to hurt her if she is to rebel or express her sassy attitude from earlier.

Amira - One of the main protagonists in the film portrayed by Lubna Abdel Aziz. She lost her parents at a young age and was raised by her grandfather. She is quite spoiled yet outspoken and stubborn. She doesn’t believe in the concept of marriage, and refuses any proposals. She lacks experience in life, and was shown at the beginning of the film to be adopting a more masculine persona subverting gender expectations. With experience, she learns that this attitude won’t work in the male dominated society she is in and adheres to her husband’s way of life. Her grandpa claims that if she were a boy, he would’ve walked out on her, emphasizing the extent to which her attitude is frowned upon in old Egyptian culture.

Mr. Amine (Amira’s grandfather): an important character in the film portrayed by Hussein Riad. A strict and traditional man who owns a farmhouse, he is good friends with his veterinarian Dr Hassan, and he disapproves of his granddaughter Amira’s attitude and wants her to change, he spoiled her and therefore she is the way she is.

Nadia - A supporting character in the film portrayed by Madiha Salem. She is the younger sister of Amira and the granddaughter of Mr. Amine. A very sweet and outgoing woman, she also has a very bubbly personality. She is definitely quite the opposite personality of her sister’s. She is eager to get married to her fiancé Lamay, but isn’t able to unless her older sister gets married first.

Lamay - A supporting character in the film portrayed by Abdel Moniem Ibrahim. He is Nadia’s fiancé. He is a very entertaining and humorous character, adding comedy to the film.

Zonfol - A tertiary character in the film portrayed by Hussein Ismail. He is Dr Hassan’s helper. He was added in the film for comedic relief in certain scenes.