Free Trip to Egypt

I thought that it was great! People took a chance and went to Egypt, got out of their narrow comfort zone and discovered that people have more common traits and interests than differences. It gets high marks with everything. I hosted a showing of this movie in my town, after seeing it in the Summer of 2019. Many people thanked me for bringing the movie to the area. Several people wanted to host their own screening. It does NOT include info about any religious or political view point. The focus of the film is to bridge the gap between cultures. It does this BEAUTIFULLY!!

Despite some clunky cinematography and a story bigger than what could reasonably be done with the time and ressources given, this documentary manages to attain its goal of allowing us to witness what happens when you bring seemingly different people together. A very human story.

Uplifting - and fun at the same time

WALK LIKE AN EGYPTIAN "I'm so racist I can't stand it," declares Ellen. Pretty soon she's riding a camel in Cairo. A perfect subject for Tarek Mounib's "calling" of a film: to bring red State Americans into the welcoming hands of Egyptian Muslims, to facilitate some kind of discussion. Easier said than done, turns out not many Trumpeters are eager to fly into the middle of the Middle East, even on Mounib's all inclusive dime. But soon enough, a lucky seven are experiencing their fish out of water experience in the desert. Eager to start conversations instead of preaching and teaching, Mounib pairs the Yanks with inviting Egyptian counterparts, and that's when the movie shines. All touristy bits aside (thankfully they are few), it is the frank connections made in muslim homes that stirs this melting pot. Some see the light. Some remain blinded. Some have staggering personal revelations. Others appear unmoved. But all have the experience of a lifetime. As a documentary, "Free Trip To Egypt" works mainly because of Mounib's unrelenting optimism, unabashed cheerfulness, huggy good vibes, and discreet apolitical approach. He is the perfect conduit host for this experiment, and more importantly, someone who has actually done something with his calling. - hipCRANK

Highly recommend. Never preachy. Just a fascinating sociological experiment on what happens if, in the face of fear, we extend ourselves in kindness and see what happens. A great, thought-provoking conversation deepener for people of all backgrounds and political persuasions. Kudos to the filmmaker and his team for a brilliant, very timely idea.

I loved this movie. It was Fantastic! Very straight-forward in showing the way how one countries' peoples show a slanted view, yet when they go and experience the other country first-hand they see how similar we all are. What a moving and reflective movie on today's short-comings and ability to become more educated by putting forth the effort.

Enjoyed this movie where preconceptions are challenged and, in some cases, destroyed. But the most important revelation is that the American visitors realized that people are open to relationships if hearts and minds are open.

This is a heart touching movie . Our world needs more opportunities for positive transformation. I highly recommend it.

I liked the light humorous touch of the first half of the movie. I thought it spoke for itself. The second half with the panel discussion was preaching to the choir and reminded me of a graduate seminar. Many people left after a few minutes of that. Either the original film footage touched your heart or it didn't. I can't imagine it wouldn't change everyone's heart to some degree or other, a truely feel good, attitude changing experience.

This was a fantastic movie. It really promoted people getting to know people different from us and the reduced fear from the interaction.