The Soil and the Sea
Beneath Lebanon's tranquil gardens, schools, cafes, and hotels lie over 100 untouched mass graves from...
LEBANESE FILM FESTIVAL 2024
12th Edition
Sydney 15-31 August
Adelaide 13-15 September
Melbourne 27-28 September
2024 FILMS
FILM LINE UP
If the Sun Drowned into an Ocean of Clouds
In Beirut, Lebanon, security agent Raed guards a waterfront construction site, where daily encounters challenge...
Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano
In the wake of Beirut's devastating August 4th, 2020 explosion, a film crew grapples with...
Two Tickets
Martin's routine life and nostalgic memories are disrupted when he unexpectedly wins two tickets, sparking...
In the Shadow of Beirut
'In the Shadow of Beirut' weaves these four compelling storylines together in a searing portrait...
Toxic Hope
Does hope still have a place in Lebanon? Despite enduring countless crises, wars, and social...
The Third Rahbani
The Third Rahbani chronicles the extraordinary journey of the late Lebanese composer Elias El Rahbani,...
Animation Feature Philosophy
Kahlil Gibran’s The Prophet Animation
Based on Lebanese philosopher Kahlil Gibran's famous book, "The Prophet," this animated film follows exiled...
The Thread of Remembrance
When the present moment is caught between sharpness and degeneration, a young woman and her...
Classic Comedy Drama Retrospective
West Beirut
In April 1975, Beirut is torn by civil war, dividing the city along Muslim-Christian lines,...
Canary in a Coal Mine
In a remote Lebanese village, Anis pretends to be a thief to save himself during...
Comedy Drama Premiere
TV Society
A charismatic TV personality becomes the nation's most controversial figure as he hosts the Arabic...
Heaven on Earth
Father Majdi's unwavering dedication to "Saadet Sama" transforms the lives of struggling youth, including William,...
Al Rab Yarani
"Al Rab Yarani" chronicles the life and spiritual journey of Brother Estephan Nehmeh, a Lebanese...
All Clocks Stuck in the Drawer
All Clocks Stopped in the Drawer" follows Jana's urgent quest to bury her younger brother,...
Back to Alexandria
As her blue-blooded mother lies on her deathbed, Sue (Nadine Labaki) has to confront her...
Throupled Waters
"Throupled Waters," an experimental silent film by Charbel Kamel, delves into the intertwined lives and...
Australian Premiere Drama Feature
Tnaash (Twelve)
After the August 4th Beirut Port explosion a judicial reform brings about the first trial...
Juxtaposition
"Juxtaposition" is a short documentary that delves into the contrasting cultural tapestry of Bourj Hammoud,...
Valley of Exile
Two sisters arrive in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley at the onset of the Syrian war, embarking...
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introducing the lff australia
cinema circle
The Film Circle is an opportunity for Australian-Lebanese and Lebanese film makers and film industry to connect, network and thrive through the Lebanese Film Festival.
The Lebanese Film Festival invites Lebanese and Australian film industry professionals to join the Cinema Circle. Cinema Circle members will be invited to dedicated events, be able to access concession pricing on all Lebanese Film Festival ticketing, and also be invited to share opportunities for collaboration, both in Australia and between Australia and Lebanon. To express your interest, please complete the form below.