Watch Blind Intersections

Blind Intersections is a highly emotional, touching drama from Lebanon that tells the story of four characters whose lives intersect in tragic, unexpected ways. Directed by Lara Saba and released in 2012, the film stars the talented Alae Hamoud, Ghida Nouri, and Carole Hajj. The movie follows the lives of four individuals living in Beirut who are struggling with various issues. Lamis (played by Nouri) is a married woman who is slowly losing herself to depression and considers ending her life. She seeks escape in her relationship with an older man while her husband is absent but finds that neither relationship fulfills her.

Tarek (played by Hamoud) is a Palestinian refugee working in Beirut as a delivery boy. His father was killed during the Lebanese civil war, and he is still dealing with the traumatic aftermath. He is a solitary young man, who struggles to make meaningful connections with others and has issues with anger.

Joe (played by Kanj Hamade) is a successful businessman in his forties with a severe voyeurism disease seeking constant sexual stimulation as a form of pleasure he can only get from acting out sexual fantasies, which destroy his family and professional life.

Finally, Hala (played by Hajj) is a young journalist who is looking to make a difference in her life and the lives of her fellow citizens. She finds her voice by writing a controversial story about a group of young girls who are forced into prostitution, leading her on a quest for answers in the darkest corners of her city, and leading her to a chance meeting with the other three characters.

The four cross paths in unexpected ways, and their lives begin to interconnect with one another. From accidental meetings to coordinated efforts, their actions and pasts all create a perfect storm leading to a shocking ending that will leave audiences in a state of shock.

The acting in Blind Intersections is fantastic across the board. Nouri is especially impressive as Lamis, conveying a sense of emotional vulnerability and confusion that makes her character wholly relatable. Hamoud is also strong, with his character's anger and detachment serving as a potent expression of post-traumatic stress disorder.

The cinematography from Johnny Boulos is beautiful, highlighting the beauty of Beirut and the surrounding countryside while also capturing the grittiness and desperation that permeate much of the film. The use of light and color is also fantastic, serving as an excellent tool for conveying mood and emotion.

While the film deals with several weighty issues, it avoids falling into the trap of preachiness or didacticism. The characters are portrayed as fully human, warts and all, so the film remains grounded in reality, and never slips into melodrama or sentimentality. Instead, the movie excels at creating an atmosphere of melancholy and despair that is all too real, allowing audiences to feel the weight of the characters' struggles.

Overall, Blind Intersections is a truly remarkable movie, boasting fantastic acting, beautifully executed cinematography, and a story that will stay with you long after the credits roll. It's a powerful exploration of the human condition and the ways in which our lives intertwine with those around us. Sophisticated, thoughtful, and not to be missed, Blind Intersections is a masterful work of cinema that deserves to be seen and celebrated.