Kismet (1955)

Overview

In "Kismet" (1955), a charismatic poet, who fancies himself the "King of the Beggars," roams the streets of ancient Baghdad on a quest to find a wealthy suitor for his enchanting daughter, Marsinah. Disguised as the famous sorcerer Hajj, he navigates a series of comedic misadventures involving a crafty old thief, a bumbling wazir, and his wife. As he juggles his tricky escapades, Marsinah finds herself falling for a dashing caliph, complicating her father's plans and adding to the delightful chaos of their intertwined fates.