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<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\nThe streets of Beirut came alive last night as the critically acclaimed film “Arze” made its local<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\npremiere. The event marked a homecoming for the Lebanese film, which first wowed audiences<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nat the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival.<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nDirected by emerging filmmaker Mira Shaib, “Arze” weaves a tale of unexpected adventure<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nthrough Beirut’s vibrant landscape. The story follows Arze, a determined mother portrayed by<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nDiamand Abo Abboud, as she embarks on a citywide quest to recover her stolen Vespa. In a<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\ntwist of fate, Arze’s rebellious son, played by Bilal Al Hamwi, becomes her reluctant companion<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\non this journey.<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nAs the mother-son duo navigates the city’s complex web of sectarianism, they encounter a<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\ncolorful cast of characters that bring Beirut’s rich tapestry to life. Each interaction peels back<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nanother layer of the city’s intricate social fabric, transforming their search for a missing vehicle<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\ninto a profound exploration of family bonds, cultural identity, and personal growth.<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nDiamand Abo Abboud delivers a tour-de-force performance as Arze, capturing both the wit and<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\ncourage of a mother on a mission.<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nThe Beirut premiere was a star-studded affair. Cast members Diamand Abo Abboud, Bilal Al<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nHamwi, and Betty Taoutel graced the red carpet. The film is written by Louay Khraish and<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nFaissal Sam Shaib, produced by Louay Khraish, Sam Shaib, and Zeina Badran, and executive<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nproduced by Ali El Arabi and Tarek Al Namaa.<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\n“Arze” is more than just a film. It’s a love letter to Beirut, warts and all. It captures the city’s spirit<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\n– resilient, complex, and always surprising. As it begins its theatrical run, it promises to offer<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\naudiences a fresh perspective on a city they thought they knew.<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nThe film opens in theaters across Lebanon on 5th of September. In Cinemas<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nGrand Cinemas:<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nABC Dbayeh<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nABC Ashrafieh<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nABC verdun<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nSaida<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nLas Salinas<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nCinemall Dbayeh<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nCinemacity Beirut Souk<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nVOX City Center<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nEmpire Premiere<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nEmpire the Spot Choueifat<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nStargate Zahleh<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nCinemoz Galaxy<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nAbout Mira Shaib:<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nMira Shaib is an emerging Lebanese director known for her keen eye and storytelling prowess.<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\n“Arze” marks her feature film debut, following a series of acclaimed short films. Her work often<\/span><\/strong><\/span>
\nexplores themes of identity, family, and the complexities of modern Lebanese society.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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