Egyptian-Lebanese Film ‘Arze’ to Participate in Tribeca Festival

 

 

The plot is centered around Arze who drags her rebellious son on an adventurous journey across Beirut, navigating the city’s web of sectarianism with wit and courage while revealing to her son a long- overdue family secret.

 

 

 

The film sheds light on the resilience and strength of women like Arze, who navigate challenging circumstances with grace and determination.

 

 

 

 

The film not only showcases the beauty of Beirut but also explores themes of family, resilience, and empowerment.

 

 

 

Arze is an Ambient Light production film starring Diamond Abou Abboud, Betty Taoutel, Bilal Al Hamwi, Katy Younes and executive produced by Ali El Arabi.  

 

 

 

 

It is written and produced by Sam Faisal Shaib and Louay Khraish,  and directed by Mira Shaib.

 

 

The film was premiered at the prestigious 14th Beijing International Film Festival.

 

 

It was the only Arabic film featured in the “ Forward Future” section.