Around the Pink House
Autour de la maison rose
Synopsis
One of the most popular Lebanese films of the late 1990s, Around the Pink House is a story that explores the changing urban landscape of Beirut after the Civil War. La maison rose (the pink house) is an old mansion in Beirut where the Nawfal family found shelter during the Civil War. Unfortunately for them, their immediate environment is rapidly changing, as many of the old shell-ridden buildings are being torn down and replaced by new construction projects. When Mattar, the owner of the pink house, decides to sell it to make room for a large commercial centre, the residents of the neighbourhood become divided between the shopkeepers and businessmen in favour of a different kind of modernity.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joana Hadjithomas, Khalil Joreige
- Screenplay & Story
- Joana Hadjithomas, Khalil Joreige
- Original Score
- Robert Marcel Lepage
- Original Title
- Autour de la maison rose
- Country of Origin
- Lebanon, France, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, French
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Canal (II), CCT, Canal+ Horizons, Djinn House Productions, Mille et une productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joana Hadjithomas, Khalil Joreige
Joana Hadjithomas, Khalil Joreige
Robert Marcel Lepage
Pierre David
Anne-Cécile Berthomeau, Edouard Berthomeau, Jean Dansereau, Anne-Cécil Mauriat, Édouard Mauriat
Department Leadership Roster
Joana Hadjithomas
Director
Khalil Joreige
Director
Joana Hadjithomas
Writer
Khalil Joreige
Writer
Anne-Cécile Berthomeau
Producer
Edouard Berthomeau
Producer
Jean Dansereau
Producer
Anne-Cécil Mauriat
Producer
Édouard Mauriat
Producer
Pierre David
Director of Photography
Robert Marcel Lepage
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Around the Pink House
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Around the Pink House about?
One of the most popular Lebanese films of the late 1990s, Around the Pink House is a story that explores the changing urban landscape of Beirut after the Civil War. La maison rose (the pink house) is an old mansion in Beirut where the Nawfal family found shelter during the Civil War. Unfortunately for them, their immediate environment is rapidly changing, as many of the old shell-ridden buildings are being torn down and replaced by new construction projects. When Mattar, the owner of the pink house, decides to sell it to make room for a large commercial centre, the residents of the neighbourhood become divided between the shopkeepers and businessmen in favour of a different kind of modernity.
Who directed Around the Pink House?
Around the Pink House was directed by Joana Hadjithomas, Khalil Joreige.
Who stars in Around the Pink House?
The principal cast of Around the Pink House includes Hanane Abboud, Fadi Abi Samra, Anne-Marie Afif, Asma Andraos, Aline Aoun.
When was Around the Pink House released and how long is it?
Around the Pink House was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Around the Pink House?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Around the Pink House was composed by Robert Marcel Lepage.