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Portrait of a Certain Orient

  • Brazil, Italy | 2024 | Portuguese
  • Original Title: Retrato De Um Certo Oriente
  • Director: Marcelo Gomes
  • Screenplay: Marcelo Gomes, Gustavo Campos, Maria Camargo
  • DoP: Pierre De Kerchove
  • Editor: Karen Harley
  • Cast: Charbel Kamel, Wafa Celine Halawi, akaria Al Kaakour, Eros Galbiati, Rosa Peixoto
  • Premiere: Asia Premiere
  • Tags: Historical, Social Impact

Festivals :

International Film Festival of Rotterdam 2024


Synopsis :

In the late 1940s, a devastating conflict takes place in Lebanon. Catholic sister and brother Emilie and Emir decide to leave for Brazil. On board the ship to their new home, Emilie falls in love with Omar, a Muslim trader. For an angry and jealous Emir, the relationship is intolerable. Emir's actions and Emilie's subsequent decision - unfolding against the backdrop of the majestic rainforest - will now lead to disastrous consequences.


Directors Bio :

Marcelo Gomes studied journalism, with a specialization in TV. His films have screened at major international festivals including Cannes, Venice, Berlin, and Sundance.


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