Every now and then, a show takes Egypt by storm. Their views would be off the charts, and people across social media would be talking about it and raving. Right now, this show is Midterm, starring Yasmine Al Abd and directed by Mariam Al Bagoury. The show explores the feelings and traumas of a group of college students attending a fictional university called HUB.
How Midterm Discusses Trauma
The show has covered a variety of traumas, from parental divorce to physical abuse and even culture shock. It perfectly highlights the struggles of being a young person in Egypt and how young people cope with trauma. The writing also feels very realistic, as the characters use slang that real-life Egyptian college students use, which grounds them and makes you relate to them.
The Casting of Midterm: A Match Made in Heaven
The show features many new and young talents. The chemistry that the main cast has is undeniable, and their dynamics are fascinating. They make you feel as if they are a real-life college group.
The show is also singer Ziad Zaza's acting debut, which many young people around Egypt loved, and shockingly, his acting skills are just as good as his singing. Also, the actor who plays Hana, a hijabi character, is a hijabi in real life, which is an excellent step for representation and inclusion in television.
The Wardrobe of Midterm: Using Fashion to Make A Statement
The clothes the characters wear in Midterm are demonstrative of real college students' attire. They are casual and fashion-forward. But just because they're casual doesn't mean they don't make a statement. Tia, the main character, has a wardrobe that is very Wednesday Addams. It is dark and moody, yet appropriate for a college student.
What Does Watching Midterm Feel Like?
The show makes you feel as if you have transported back or forward to your college days. It is an effortless watch sometimes, but it can get heavy in some scenes. It gives you a feeling that the problems the characters go through are realistic enough that anyone can go through them, which in turn makes you sympathetic to them. By the end of the show, the viewer will feel as if they are part of that college friend group.
Why Should You Watch Midterm?
It's an easy question with a loaded answer. The show may be categorised as a drama, but it effortlessly balances many other elements, including comedy, romance, and suspense. It is long enough to integrate seamlessly into your life but short enough not to overstay its welcome. If you are looking for a new show that will make you feel like you are a part of something, Midterm is the show for you.
