Film Lens
Reverberations focuses on the aftermath of the Lebanese Civil War, which lasted from 1975 to 1991. The filmmaker, reflecting on her family's experiences, examines the trauma that the war inflicted on her mother and herself. This personal narrative intertwines with the broader historical and political context of Lebanon, revealing how the conflict has shaped individual lives and the collective memory of a nation.
The film presents an intimate portrait of the mother-daughter relationship, emphasizing the intergenerational trauma that persists long after the war's end. Through their interactions, the documentary illustrates the silence surrounding the war's impact and the struggle to confront a painful past that continues to resonate in the present.
Why Watch
- •Meet a filmmaker confronting her family's war trauma.
- •Find out how the Lebanese Civil War shaped personal stories.
- •See the impact of silence on a mother-daughter relationship.
Did You Know
•The Lebanese Civil War lasted for 16 years, from 1975 to 1991.
•The film is 20 minutes long and was released in 2022.
•The documentary addresses the trauma experienced by a family over three decades.
Perfect For
Lebanese history enthusiastsDocumentary film loversFamily dynamics exploration