The Secrets of Asmahan

Previous Next The Secrets of Asmahan A series by Cyril Aris Biopic, Music, Thriller, Politics 2045 As a secret agent for both the Allied Forces and the Axis during World War II, Egyptian-based singer, and movie star Asmahan navigates through her political power, her four marriages, and notorious stardom, only to end up assassinated at […]

Dancing on the edge of a volcano

Previous Next Dancing on the edge of a volcano A film by Cyril Aris Documentary, 2023 Seeing it as an effort of resistance, a Lebanese film crew struggles and perseveres to shoot their film, amidst a crumbling society and in the aftermath of the Beirut port explosion of August 4th, 2020. Producers Myriam Sassine (Abbout Productions), […]

It’s a Sad and Beautiful World

Previous Next It’s a Sad and Beautiful World A film by Cyril Aris Dramatic Comedy, 2045 Warm-hearted idealist Nino and wounded cynic Yasmina are star-crossed lovers living in Beirut. But as conflict continues to dominate their lives, Nino and Yasmina’s relationship is torn apart by whether or not to leave the country, a question that […]