Asya is a conceptual artist living in Manhattan, active in ex-patriot Middle Eastern politics and fearful of arrest for pro-Palestinian sympathies. Israel is shelling Beirut, her brother is there seeking escape. She meets Javier, from Mexico. They go to nightclubs, embrace in hallways, and begin a relationship. One of Asya’s friends, who is to be married, believes her fiancé has been kidnapped - a rendition. Others are careful what they say in public. Aysa’s mother organizes pro-Arab activities. A cab driver tells Asya to drop Javier and be with him. She receives word from Beirut. Can a person pursue art and a relationship while the imperialists are still alive? |
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Ratings: | IMDB: 5.9/10 | |
Released: | January 1, 2010 | |
Runtime: | 90 min | |
Genres: | Drama | |
Countries: | United States United Kingdom | |
Companies: | Corniche Media Goldcrest Films NYC Hi, Jack Films | |
Cast: | Élodie Bouchez José María de Tavira Patricia Pinto | |
Crew: | Zeina Durra | |
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