Beirut: Eye of the Storm
75 minutes
Mai Masri
Documentary
2021 - Lebanon, France
Canadian Premiere
Arabic with English Subtitles
October 2019, legendary filmmaker Mai Masri follows four progressive women who are documenting the uprising in Beirut - journalist Hanine, Iraqi camerawoman Lujain, and Noel and Michelle, two artist sisters whose ironic songs have made them a voice for their generation. The prevailing mood is one of hope and change… until Covid-19 pandemic locks down the city.
This non-chronological account of a tumultuous period in recent Lebanese history loops back and forth between uprising and lockdown. Through their experiences, the four women express their insights about current events and place them into historical perspective, and also offer glimpses into their personal lives and dreams of a new Lebanon.
Followed By Q&A with Michelle and Noel Keserwany
Featured Cast
Artists Noel and Michelle Keserwany
journalist Hanine Rabah and Iraqi camerawoman Lujain Jo
Awards and Selection
Official Selection, IDFA 2021
