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Even as bombs fall on Damascus, Mutaz refuses to flee to the uncertain life of a refugee. His wife, Hala, and daughter, Zeina, must make the choice whether to stay or leave.
In a war-torn Damascus, Zeina, a young woman, dreams of a life beyond her damaged home. When a Scud missile explodes in her building's courtyard, she discovers a hidden basement room. This secret space becomes her refuge and a place where she can anonymously connect with the outside world, forming a bond with a boy from the other side of the fractured city.
Nezouh has been praised for its poignant portrayal of youth resilience amidst conflict and its exploration of hope and connection in impossible circumstances. Critics have lauded its emotional depth and powerful performances, particularly from its young lead.
A deeply emotional and humanistic look at life during wartime.
Highlights the enduring spirit of youth and the search for connection.
Visually striking with a sensitive, powerful narrative.
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Nezouh premiered at the Venice Film Festival, where it won the Europa Cinemas Label Award, and also screened at the Toronto International Film Festival.
The film was shot in and around Damascus, with director Soudade Farhadi drawing from her own experiences and observations of life during the Syrian conflict.
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Although it's a little bit of a slow burn, this, it's still a poignant and telling story of a family facing the consequences of the war in Syria. "Mutaz" (Samer al Masri) is a proud man - of himself, of his family, of his country - and is l...