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202462 minPGdocumentary

This is Lebanon

202462 minPGdocumentary

Robert Rabiah engages with prominent figures and citizens in Lebanon, exploring the country's political issues and cultural dynamics through personal interviews.

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Robert Rabiah engages with prominent figures and citizens in Lebanon, exploring the country's political issues and cultural dynamics through personal interviews.

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Robert Rabiah travels through Lebanon, engaging with prominent figures and ordinary citizens. He addresses the country's pressing political issues and cultural dynamics. Interviews with the next generation reveal their perspectives on Lebanon's current challenges. The 62-minute documentary captures the voices of those living in a nation marked by complexity and change. Through these conversations, Rabiah presents a vivid portrait of life in Lebanon today.

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