Riverbed
80min | Arabic | by Bassem Breche
Riverbed tells the story of Salma and her returning daughter Thuraya, and their attempt to preserve, maintain and reconstruct their lives with and against each other. Salma survived many years by protecting her independence, she reached her peace through letting go of any attachments. But the past does not let go of Salma and brings back Thuraya, defeated, divorced, and pregnant.
Original Title | Birket El Arous - العروس بركة
English Film Title | Riverbed
Writer / Director | Bassem Breche
Cast | Carole Abboud; Omaya Malaeb
Production | The Attic
Co-Production Company | Metafora Production
Cinematography | Nadim Saoma
Language | Arabic
Shooting Location | Lebanon
Year | 2022
Genre | Drama
Film run | 80'
Festivals & Awards |
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Cairo International Film Festival - BEST ARAB FILM ;SPECIAL MENTION; THE SPECIAL JURY AWARD; BEST PERFORMANCE AWARD
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Malmo Arab Film Festival
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Toronto international Women Film Festival
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WRPN Eomen's International Film Festival - EXCEPTIONAL MERIT
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Jerusalem Arab Film Festival - BEST FICTION FILM AWARD
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Tetouan Mediterranean Film Festival - MOHAMED REGGAB SPECIAL JURY AWARD
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Qumra
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Sudan Independent Film Festival
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37th Mostra de València-Cinema del Mediterrani: Best Film, Best Photography, Best Original Soundtrack