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In the Shadow of Beirut

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IN THE SHADOW OF BEIRUT is a searing cinematic portrait of modern-day Lebanon as seen through the eyes of four families living in the impoverished Sabra and Shatila neighborhoods of the city, scene of an infamous massacre in 1982. Filmed over four years with unique access to the families within these largely no-go areas for outsiders, the documentary is marked by a deep intimacy with its subjects and a bold cinematic style, with much of its visual and character-led storytelling sharing creative DNA with the team's earlier film, Gaza.

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Donald Clarke Irish Times Has the emotional heft and political weight to register with receptive audiences. The dedication before the final credits could draw tears from a boulder. Rated: 4/5 Dec 17, 2023 Full Review Dennis Harvey Variety Bleak as this portrait of four families living in desperate straits may be in many respects, the warmth of its human observation and the exceptional imagery make for an engaging experience nonetheless. Dec 9, 2023 Full Review Fionnuala Halligan Screen International There’s no grandstanding or... political point-scoring. This is the portrayal of a desperate part of the world, where geo-political problems come home to rot. Jul 14, 2023 Full Review Jared Mobarak Hey, Have You Seen ...? By following four families during the course of five years, the documentary proves a damning indictment on living conditions made increasingly worse with every new law change. Rated: 7/10 Jan 26, 2024 Full Review Hilary A White Sunday Independent (Ireland) Indelible stories and sensations, then, and wedded with dynamic, intimate camerawork that shows a deep sensitivity for the subject, this is a highlight in an already strong year for Irish docs. Rated: 5/5 Dec 19, 2023 Full Review Frank J. Avella Awards Daily The filmmakers do not dwell on the often confusing and divisive political situation in the Middle East but, instead, focus on the people living in abject poverty in the filthiest conditions, who have been forsaken by everyone. Rated: B+ Dec 1, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Synopsis IN THE SHADOW OF BEIRUT is a searing cinematic portrait of modern-day Lebanon as seen through the eyes of four families living in the impoverished Sabra and Shatila neighborhoods of the city, scene of an infamous massacre in 1982. Filmed over four years with unique access to the families within these largely no-go areas for outsiders, the documentary is marked by a deep intimacy with its subjects and a bold cinematic style, with much of its visual and character-led storytelling sharing creative DNA with the team's earlier film, Gaza.
Director
Stephen Gerard Kelly, Garry Keane
Producer
Brendan J. Byrne
Genre
Documentary, History
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 32m