Portrait of a Certain Orient

Portrait of a Certain Orient 2024 Directed by Marcelo Gomes Retrato de um Certo Oriente

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.

Countries Brazil , Italy , Lebanon

Production Countries Brazil , Italy , Lebanon

Language Portuguese

Spoken Languages Arabic , French , Portuguese

Gnere Drama

Production Companies Globo Filmes , Canal Brasil , Gullane Entretenimento , VideoFilmes , Kavac Film , Muiraquitã Filmes , Bubbles Project , Matizar Filmes , Orjouane Productions , Misti Filmes

Release Date 21 November 2024

92 mins