El-Bab el-Maftuh) is a 1963 Egyptian drama film directed by Henry Barakat and starring Faten Hamama, Saleh Selim, and Mahmoud Moursy.

The film was adapted from Egyptian writer Latifa al-Zayyat's 1960 novel of the same name and recipient of the inaugural Naguib Mahfouz Medal for Literature.

[1][2][3] Set in the 1950, The Open Door follows Layla, a young woman challenging societal norms and family expectations.

Meanwhile, amidst political turmoil, Layla's personal journey reflects Egypt's broader social changes during the Suez Canal Crisis.

Ultimately, Layla finds love and support in Hussayn who respects her desire for autonomy and represents a hopeful future for her and women's rights in Egypt.