Portrait of a Certain Orient

Portrait of a Certain Orient (2024) is a drama film directed by Marcelo Gomes rated 7.0/10.

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

Nando Azevedo

Forasteiro 2

Adriano Barroso

Funcionário Porto Amazônia

Fenicia Lucas de Castro

Recepcionista de Hotel

Francisco de Souza

Canoeiro

Domoh El

Domoh

Ohn Emil Fawzy

Migrante Palestino