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🎬 Title: Broken Keys

A powerful expression of resistance.

Story: Set against the backdrop of a conflict-ridden Middle Eastern city, where music has been outlawed by extremist factions, this film follows Karim, a talented musician who is determined to rebuild his shattered piano while seeking a pathway to Europe.

⭐ Rating: 6.9 (10 votes)

📅 Release date: January 6, 2022

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 46 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama, War

🎬 Director: Jimmy Keyrouz

✍️ Writer: Jimmy Keyrouz

🌍 Countries: United States

🏢 Production companies: Ezekiel Film Production

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👥 Cast: Tarek Yaacoub (Karim), Rola Baksmati (Samar), Mounir Maasri (Abou Moussa), Ibrahim El Kurdi (Ziad), Julian Farhat (Abdalah), Sara Abi Kanaan (Maya), Badih Abou Chakra (Joseph), Gabriel Yammine (Moonif), Hassan Mrad (Akram), Adel Karam (Tarek)

Editor’s note: “Broken Keys” (2022) encapsulates a confident mix of drama and war, emphasizing emotional depth over grandiose effects. Under the helm of Jimmy Keyrouz, the film maintains a consistent rhythm and a vivid sense of place. The cast, particularly Tarek Yaacoub, Rola Baksmati, and Mounir Maasri, deliver performances that give their characters palpable stakes. With a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes, the film unfolds at a well-measured pace, seldom lingering unnecessarily on any scene. While it has its imperfections, its merits substantially surpass the minor flaws. Its tagline, “A powerful expression of resistance,” effectively summarizes its essence. If this premise resonates with you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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