Alexandria… Why? (1979) is a Drama, War film that follows amid the poverty, death, and suffering caused by World War II, 18-year-old Yehia retreats into a private world of fantasy and longing. Obsessed with Hollywood, he dreams of studying filmmaking in America but struggles to pursue his dream, given the constraints of his life in the middle class and the horrors of war. Currently, you can watch Alexandria… Why? on Criterion Channel. Streaming availability may vary by country and platform over time. It has a user rating of 6.5 out of 10 from 28 votes. Fans of drama movies may also want to explore similar titles below.