by Iotis Erlewine
synopsis
Algerian-born director Merzouk Allouache helmed this French-Lebanese romantic drama in French and Arabic dialogue. Franco-Lebanese journalist Laurence, who left Beirut in 1975 when the civil war began, returns and runs across Rachid, whom she knew in Algiers. They wander about, visit Baalbek, discuss politics, and get romantic.
characteristics
- Politician
- Romance
- Romantic
- Political
- Love
- Journalism
