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Portrait of a Certain Orient (2024): Cast & Ratings

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Portrait of a Certain Orient is a 2024 drama directed by Marcelo Gomes, starring Wafa'a Celine Halawi as Emilie, Zakaria Kaakour and Charbel Kamel. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds 70% on TMDB.

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Portrait of a Certain Orient (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 32m (92 min)
Director
Marcelo Gomes
Genre
Drama
Original language
Portuguese
After the credits
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The story

What Is Portrait of a Certain Orient About?

The premise of Portrait of a Certain Orient without spoilers.

In the late 1940s, Lebanon faces growing conflict, prompting Catholic siblings Emilie and Emir to seek a new life in Brazil. During their voyage, Emilie develops a romantic relationship with Omar, a Muslim merchant. This forbidden love deeply troubles Emir, leading to intense jealousy and escalating tensions. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Brazilian rainforest, the story explores their complex emotions and the devastating consequences of choices made amidst political unrest and familial strife.

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Cast & crew

Portrait of a Certain Orient Cast & Characters

Wafa'a Celine Halawi leads the cast as Emilie, with Zakaria Kaakour as Emir and Charbel Kamel as Omar. Directed by Marcelo Gomes; 6 actors are credited in all.

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More from Marcelo Gomes

More films directed by Marcelo Gomes, best-rated first: I Travel Because I Have to, I Come Back Because I Love You, Once Upon a Time Verônica, Criaturas da Mente and Joaquim.

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Portrait of a Certain Orient Reviews & Ratings

Portrait of a Certain Orient holds 70% on TMDB.

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Portrait of a Certain Orient FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Portrait of a Certain Orient, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Portrait of a Certain Orient?

Portrait of a Certain Orient runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was Portrait of a Certain Orient released?

Portrait of a Certain Orient was released on January 25, 2024.

Who directed Portrait of a Certain Orient?

Portrait of a Certain Orient was directed by Marcelo Gomes.

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Who is in the cast of Portrait of a Certain Orient?

Portrait of a Certain Orient stars Wafa'a Celine Halawi as Emilie, Zakaria Kaakour as Emir and Charbel Kamel as Omar, among 6 credited actors.

How is Portrait of a Certain Orient rated?

Portrait of a Certain Orient has 70% on TMDB.

Does Portrait of a Certain Orient have a post-credit scene?

No. Portrait of a Certain Orient has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Portrait of a Certain Orient in?

The original language of Portrait of a Certain Orient is Portuguese.

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