Before They Arrive (2025)
Amid Lebanon’s relentless political and economic chaos, Samer plans a private day with his girlfriend Rana while his parents are away. Their day takes a dark turn as they navigate unexpected visitors, hallucinations, and the harsh realities of their environment. As tensions rise, Samer and Rana confront their fears, desires, and the societal pressures that shape their lives, ultimately facing a pivotal moment in their relationship.
Director: Ashraf Mtaweh
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Nassim Banna as |
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Tamara Hawi as |
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Hamza Naddar as |
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Layla Bou Habib as |
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George Kehdy as |
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Omar Al Awar as |
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Hiyam Saeed as |
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Salam Al Awar as |
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Dani Chalfoun as |
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Tarek Bachacha as |
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Aiden Mtaweh as |
| Directing | Ashraf Mtaweh | Director |
| Writing | Ashraf Mtaweh | Writer |
| Production | Jamal Awar | Co-Producer |
| Production | Mahmoud Korek | Co-Producer |
| Production | Ashraf Mtaweh | Co-Producer |
| Sound | Jack Akiki | Sound Designer |
| Directing | Yaya Hamza | Assistant Director |
| Camera | Dany Chedid | Director of Photography |
| Sound | Bachir Tannous | Sound Recordist |
| Art | Aiman Iskandarani | Art Direction |
| Production | Jamal Awar | Production Manager |
| Sound | El Rass | Music |
| Camera | Ralph Esso | Camera Operator |
| Sound | Joe Nasr | Sound Assistant |
| Production | Kawthar Sutumiah | Production Assistant |
| Sound | Raed Younane | Sound Mixer |
| Crew | Alain Daher | Sound Design Assistant |
| Editing | Elige Nehmeh | Colorist |
| Visual Effects | Mahmoud Korek | VFX Artist |
