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Lebanese Emigrée Confronts Traumatic Past
22 Sep
Summary
- A London-based woman returns to Beirut after 25 years.
- She confronts a difficult childhood marked by her father's abuse.
- The film explores family secrets and personal healing.
A drama film follows Lana, a Lebanese émigrée living in London for 25 years, who returns to Beirut to visit her ailing father. Her childhood was overshadowed by his abusive behavior and alcoholism, and her present life in London is strained by her OCD.
Upon her return to Beirut, Lana reconnects with her cousin Rami and forms a new friendship with Sirine. These relationships help her begin to open up and overcome her anxieties.
The film depicts Lana's journey as she gathers the fortitude to confront her father and uncovers long-hidden family secrets. The narrative explores themes of trauma, healing, and reconciliation amidst the vibrant yet chaotic backdrop of Beirut.
