Portrait of a Certain Orient

Overview

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

Wafa'a Celine Halawi

Emilie

Charbel Kamel

Omar

Zakaria Kaakour

Emir

Eros Galbiati

Dorner

Rosa Peixoto

Anastásia

Tuna Dwek

Madre Superiora

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Nando Azevedo

Forasteiro 2

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Adriano Barroso

Funcionário Porto Amazônia

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Fenicia Lucas de Castro

Recepcionista de Hotel

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Francisco de Souza

Canoeiro

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Domoh El

Domoh

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Ohn Emil Fawzy

Migrante Palestino