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Portrait of a Certain Orient

At the end of the 1940s, Lebanon is sliding towards a devastating conflict. Catholic siblings Emilie and Emir decide to leave for Brazil. Aboard the ship to their new home, Emilie falls in love with Omar, a Muslim merchant. For an enraged and jealous Emir, the relationship is intolerable. As the story unfolds against the backdrop of the majestic rainforest, Emir’s actions and the choice that Emilie subsequently makes lead to disastrous consequences.

2024 |1h 32m |  Drama

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Cast

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Wafa'a Celine Halawi

Emilie

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Charbel Kamel

Omar

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Zakaria Kaakour

Emir

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Eros Galbiati

Dorner

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Rosa Peixoto

Anastásia

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Tuna Dwek

Madre Superiora

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Status

Released

Language

Arabic, French, Portuguese

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