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West Beyrouth
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Arabic
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Good
8 wins & 2 nominations
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| Length: | 1 h 45 min |
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Beirut, 1975. The lives of Tarek and Omar, friends since childhood, are disrupted by the outbreak of civil war. Caught between the Muslim west and Christian east as political divisions deepen, they struggle to maintain their bond. As tensions rise and the dangers of crossing community lines become clear, their friendship is tested. They navigate a world of shifting loyalties, betrayals, and violence at the start of a long and brutal conflict. The film examines friendship, survival, and identity in the face of war, revealing the human toll of imposed divisions.
| Alternative title: | West Beyrouth |
| Release year: | 1998 |
| Language: | Arabic |
| Awards: | 🏆 8 wins & 2 nominations |
| Type: | Movie |
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