Love, Lebanon & Life’s Unexpected Turns ♥️🌃 Experience A Sad and Beautiful World at the Amman International Film Festival

Making its Jordanian Premiere, A Sad and Beautiful World is a heartfelt Lebanese social drama that follows a love story unfolding across three decades in Beirut. As two childhood sweethearts reunite years later, they must navigate marriage, family, dreams, and the challenges of building a future in a changing Lebanon.

Directed by Cyril Aris, this emotional film explores love, resilience, and the difficult choices people face when trying to hold on to both their relationships and the places they call home.

Event Details

📅 Screening Date: July 28, 2026
🕗 Time: 10:00 PM
📍 Where: Royal Film Commission – Outdoor Cinema
🎬 Duration: 109 minutes + Q&A
🔞 Age Rating: 18+
🗣️ Language: Arabic
🔤 Subtitles: English
💬 Q&A: Available

What to Expect

❤️ A Love Story Across Generations
Follow Nino and Yasmina’s journey from young love to adulthood as they navigate relationships, family, and the realities of life in Beirut.

🇱🇧 A Portrait of Modern Lebanon
Experience a deeply human story set against the backdrop of a city shaped by uncertainty, challenges, and an enduring love for home.

🎥 Jordanian Premiere
Discover this acclaimed Lebanese feature for the first time in Jordan as part of the Arab Feature Narrative Competitionat the Amman International Film Festival.

🏆 Award-Winning Cinema
Winner of the Audience Award at Giornate Degli Autori, the film showcases Cyril Aris’ signature storytelling and emotional depth.

💬 Live Q&A Session
Stay after the screening for a Q&A and explore the film’s themes, characters, and the creative journey behind this powerful Lebanese story.

🎟️ Booking Information
Seats are limited for both screenings. If a screening reaches full capacity, standby waiting lines will be available for any last-minute seats. Early booking is recommended.