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Portrait of a Certain Orient
7.0 / 10• 2024• 1h 32m•NR• Portuguese
Drama
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
Wafa'a Celine Halawi
Emilie
Lead
Charbel Kamel
Omar
Zakaria Kaakour
Emir
Eros Galbiati
Dorner
Rosa Peixoto
Anastásia
Tuna Dwek
Madre Superiora
NA
Nando Azevedo
Forasteiro 2
AB
Adriano Barroso
Funcionário Porto Amazônia
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Marcelo Gomes's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Portrait of a Certain Orient is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
