L'insulte

"Words change everything."

Jun 25 2019 R 1h 53m
Crime, Drama, Thriller

After an emotional exchange between a Lebanese Christian and a Palestinian refugee escalates, the men end up in a court case that gets national attention.

Plot

In today's Beirut, an insult blown out of proportions finds Toni, a Lebanese Christian, and Yasser, a Palestinian refugee, in court. From secret wounds to traumatic revelations, the media circus surrounding the case puts Lebanon through a social explosion, forcing Toni and Yasser to reconsider their lives and prejudices.

Written by

Ziad Doueiri, Joelle Touma

Directed by

Ziad Doueiri

Production Countries

Lebanon, France

Production Companies

Douri Films, SCOPE Pictures, Tessalit Productions, Rouge International, Ezekiel Films

Languages

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 22 wins & 20 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
19,015
Average Rating
7.6 out of 10
Metascore
72
Popularity
NA