ANYAB – a Queer ‘n Drag Halloween

Anyab a.k.a. Fangs
by Mohammed Shebl
1981, Egypt, 100 min., Arabic w/ English subtitles
This Halloween, WORM is excited to present a musical film that guarantees thrills, chills, and a hearty dose of camp! Get ready for a wild ride filled with over-the-top creatures, questionable science, and a plot brimming with delightful twists, all set against a backdrop of escalating suspense. Come for the monsters, stay for the laughs, and brace yourself for a few unexpected scares along the way!!
We’re showcasing an Egyptian remake of the 1981 classic The Rocky Horror Picture Show that reinvents O’Brien’s original vision with a fresh twist. This version introduces a flamboyant group of vampires who indulge in their sing-along sessions. It’s a spooky spectacle you won’t want to miss!
A girl and her fiancé are on their way to a party on New Year’s Eve when their car has an accident, and they find nowhere to go except a strange castle. They are met there by many vampires, led by count Dracula, who instantly falls in love with the girl and wants her for himself. The two lovers discover that Dracula is in Egypt in many forms (doctor, taxi driver, plumber, etc.) not to suck people’s blood but to suck their money, as a typical modern profiteer. Combining the genres of horror, fantasy and musical, this film will definitely leave a lasting impression!
Get ready for a spooktacular night hosted by the fabulous drag queen Cosmia Absurd, who will dazzle you with a special performance! Presented by the lovely folks at PEMBE (@pembepress), this Halloween celebration promises fun, flair, and the first ten visitors who come dressed in costume will snag 50% off their ticket. Don’t miss out on the magic!
Cineville valid at the door!