Henry Barakat

Born 11 June 1914 in Cairo, Egypt

Died 27 May 1997 (aged 82)

Henry Barakat (Arabic: هنري بركات‎, 11 June 1914, Cairo – 27 May 1997, Cairo) was one of the most famous Egyptian film directors in his era. He was born in Shobra, Cairo to a Syrian origin family. His father was a doctor and received the title of Beik by the King for the services he rendered.