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Film screening | A letter to myself – Queer Lebanese short film series
November 24, 2023 19:00 AM - 20:30
A letter to myself, a short documentary series about Lebanese LGBTQI individuals, each episode (5 to 10 minutes) follows vulnerable LGBTQI+ Lebanese individuals writing a letter to themselves as they try to rebuild themselves in spite of the abuse they went through in the past.
This series captures their vulnerabilities, hopes, and perseverance in a society that often only offers them obstacles and marginalizes them.
Registration via Eventbrite is desired.
Ticket: Free admission!
Language: English
After the film screening there will be time for a Q&A with Omar.
Biography
Omar Gabriel is a Lebanese photographer and filmmaker. His work captures the beauty and complexity of human relationships, from the subtleties of love and societal pressures to the courage of breaking free from convention. Through his lens, he highlights the voices of marginalized communities, bringing their stories to the forefront and capturing their beauty and humanity. With a focus on intimate moments, he tells stories of resistance, defiance, and escape from societal pressures.
Omar's work is characterized by a raw and poetic aesthetic, inviting the viewer to engage with the intricate nuances of human emotion and behavior, and to tap into their true selves, all while revealing the beauty that lies in vulnerability.
Credits:
Produced by: Cyril Bassil
Protagonists: Domina , Moe Sabbah , Valerie, Elias Chamchoum , @Leaxreika, Isabella Khoury Omar Gabriel , Soha Bechara
Image credits: Omar Gabriel
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