Ahmed Magdy (born in 1986 in Cairo) is a filmmaker, actor, and yoga instructor. He graduated from the Faculty of Law at Ain Shams University, then joined the Al-Tamy Theater Troupe as assistant director and actor. RIVERBED (2007) was his debut short documentary film, after which he directed ZIZO (2007), the internationally-acclaimed CREAM CAKE (2008) and TO THE SEA, which screened at the Abu Dhabi Film Festival where he later served as a jury member. His debut feature film, NO ONE THERE, received the Sanad and AFAC grants. In acting, Magdy has had a celebrated career in prominent films and TV series including BIRD OF THE NILE, MICROPHONE, THE GATE OF DEPARTURE; ALI, THE GOAT AND IBRAHIM; and MAWLANA.
