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Emilie falls in love with a Muslim merchant, triggering jealousy from her brother Emir.
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At the end of the 1940s, Lebanon is sliding towards a devastating conflict. Catholic siblings Emilie and Emir decide to leave for Brazil. Aboard the ship to their new home, Emilie falls in love with Omar, a Muslim merchant. For an enraged and jealous Emir, the relationship is intolerable. As the story unfolds against the backdrop of the majestic rainforest, Emir’s actions and the choice that Emilie subsequently makes lead to disastrous consequences.
"Portrait of a Certain Orient is a film that resembles the work of writer Milton Hatoum, author of the book that gave rise to the film -- it talks about family, origins, roots. And, more than that, it also carries all the social drama of its director, the always brilliant Marcelo Gomes. Here, we follow Emilie and Emir, Catholic brothers who flee to Brazil from a war in Lebanon. During the trip, Emilie falls in love with a Muslim merchant, Omar -- triggering unhealthy jealousy in Emir. A strong film that brings, above all, a powerful look at the people who formed Brazil."