West Beirut
"Growing up is only half the battle."
Originally released in 1998. West Beirut is a drama/comedy film. directed by Ziad Doueiri.
Starring Rami Doueiri, Mohammad Chamas, and Rola Al Amin
Synopsis
In 1975, the long slog of civil war has recently begun in Beirut. Two friends, Tarek and Omar, suffer during the Lebanese civil war. Conflicts arise when they decide to cross from West to East, crossing the Muslim-Christian line that divides Beirut.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 30, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (46 votes)
Language
AR
Original language
Country
Lebanon
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- AR
Production Companies
- RTBF
- Exposed Film Productions AS
- Douri Films
- Ciné Libre
- ACCI
- 38 Productions
- CNC
- La Sept-Arte
- Ministère de la culture
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Beirut about?
In 1975, the long slog of civil war has recently begun in Beirut. Two friends, Tarek and Omar, suffer during the Lebanese civil war. Conflicts arise when they decide to cross from West to East, cro...
Who directed West Beirut?
West Beirut was directed by Ziad Doueiri.
How long is West Beirut?
West Beirut has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was West Beirut released?
West Beirut was released on October 30, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in West Beirut?
The main cast of West Beirut includes Rami Doueiri, Mohammad Chamas, Rola Al Amin, Carmen Lebbos, Joseph Bou Nassar.