By Yasmin Raeis’ Factory Girl Named Among Top 25 Films of the 21st Century
Egyptian star Yasmin Raeis continues to make headlines as her critically acclaimed film Factory Girl has been selected among the “Top 25 Films of the First Quarter of the 21st Century.”
The honor comes from the Cairo International Film Festival (CIFF) in collaboration with the International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI) and the Egyptian Film Critics Association, marking the centennial celebrations of FIPRESCI.
A Landmark for Yasmin Raeis
Notably, Raeis is the only actress of her generation to have a film included in this prestigious list. Factory Girl—starring Yasmin Raeis, Hany Adel, and Sawsan Badr, with a screenplay by Wessam Soliman and direction by the late Mohamed Khan—remains a milestone in Egyptian cinema.
Current and Upcoming Projects
Beyond this recognition, Raeis is keeping busy with new projects. She is currently filming El-Sitt Lama, co-starring legendary actress Yousra, Dorra, Donia Sami, and an ensemble cast.
Meanwhile, her latest release, Mama W Baba, has turned into a box office success—grossing more than EGP 15 million in Egypt and nearing SAR 200 million in Saudi Arabia. The comedy-drama, directed by Ahmed El Qaiy and written by the “Barah” collective, features Raeis alongside Mohamed Abdel Rahman “Tota.”
Yasmin Raeis: A Defining Voice in Modern Egyptian Cinema
From Factory Girl to Mama W Baba, Yasmin Raeis has proven herself as one of the most versatile and impactful actresses in Egyptian cinema today. With international recognition and a strong presence at the box office, Raeis continues to shape her career with roles that balance critical acclaim and mass appeal.
