The Cairo International Film Festival 2025 will proudly host the world premiere of Marta Bergman’s gripping new drama, The Silent Run (originally titled L’enfant Bélier). This powerful movie delves deeply into the harsh reality faced by migrants who are desperately trying to escape political unrest as they strive for a safer future. Sara and Adam, a young couple traveling with their two-year-old daughter, break the law by entering Belgium while aiming to reach England. Throughout the film, viewers witness their fear, hope, and the immense challenges as they are packed tightly with other migrants in the back of a van, where danger and uncertainty are constant companions.
Moreover, The Silent Run explores more than just the emotional journey of these migrants. It also sheds light on the tense and complex interactions between migrants and the police. Redouane, a seasoned police officer with two decades of experience, tirelessly pursues migrant smugglers on Belgium’s busy highways at night. This interplay further reveals the complicated political and social issues that heavily impact those caught in the ongoing migrant crisis.
Additionally, the film is shot in both French and Arabic and features a talented cast including Salim Kechiouche, Zbeida Belhajamor, Clara Toros, and Abda Razak Alsweha. Marta Bergman collaborated with Camille Mol, Ely Chevillot, and Sacha Ferbus to co-write the screenplay. Produced by Frakas Productions and Productions des Années Lumière, the movie promises to deliver a raw and realistic portrayal of the migrant experience.
Furthermore, ahead of the Cairo Film Festival, the trailer for The Silent Run was released to much anticipation from both film enthusiasts and migrant rights advocates alike. Ultimately, this film adds a profound cinematic voice to the ongoing global conversation about immigration, human rights, and political displacement.
