Octopus
One of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history occurred on August 4, 2020, at the Port of Beirut, leaving the city in ruins.
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One of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history occurred on August 4, 2020, at the Port of Beirut, leaving the city in ruins.
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Beirut's Port area bears the scars of the August 4, 2020 explosion. "Octopus" presents a visual account of the aftermath, featuring scenes of smoldering rubble and emergency response efforts. The film contrasts the city's vibrant life with the destruction that remains. It captures the immediate effects on the community as residents confront the physical and emotional damage from one of the largest non-nuclear explosions in history. Directed by Karim Kassem, the documentary runs for 64 minutes.
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