The Lebanon Cinema Days Festival dazzled Montreal’s Rialto Theatre with its star-studded red carpet opening, promising a captivating showcase of both short and feature films that shine a spotlight on Lebanese talent and narratives. The festival, running until Oct. 5, is a celebration of storytelling that aims to unite Lebanon, the Middle East, and the diaspora through the powerful medium of cinema.
Organized by the Beirut Film Society, this cinematic initiative aims to bridge cultures and connect communities through the transformative art of filmmaking. Lebanese actor Badih Abou Chakra emphasized the role of art in fostering cultural connections, highlighting the essence of the festival’s mission.
Canadian Lebanese singer Lara Rain expressed her joy at the gathering of the Lebanese community to celebrate artists, actors, and musicians, underscoring the significance of showcasing Lebanese cinema in a different city. Similarly, Lebanese actor Michel Hourany emphasized the festival’s role in serving as a cultural bridge between Lebanon and the diaspora, embodying the spirit and essence of Lebanese culture.
Audiences can still secure tickets online to witness the Canadian premieres of these films, with the Lebanon Cinema Days awards set to honor the creative voices shaping the future of cinema.
