Costa Brava, Lebanon 2022

Overview

Costa Brava, Lebanon is a 2021 drama film directed by Mounia Akl, who co-wrote the screenplay with Clara Roquet. The production is a collaborative effort involving Lebanon, France, Spain, Sweden, Denmark, Norway, and Qatar. The film follows the lives of a family that decides to leave the polluted and rubbish-strewn city of Beirut in search of a peaceful life. They relocate to an idyllic home situated in the mountains, hoping to establish a utopian existence away from the urban environment. However, their dream is interrupted when a landfill is constructed on the boundary of their land, creating a conflict that threatens their new lifestyle. Critics have noted the film for its thoughtful storytelling and its ability to illustrate how the personal can be political. The project has been described as a gripping and timely exposé, with director Mounia Akl receiving recognition for her unique perspective on this universal story. The film was released in early 2022 in certain territories and maintains a focus on the intersection of individual family dynamics and broader societal issues.