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Set in modern-day Beirut, the story begins when (Adel Karam), a Lebanese Christian mechanic, and Yasser Abdallah Salameh (Kamel El Basha), a Palestinian Muslim construction foreman, clash over a faulty drainpipe.

: Yasser responds with a punch, breaking Tony’s ribs. What should have been a minor neighborhood squabble spirals into a highly publicized courtroom battle. L’insulte (El insulto)

: As the trial progresses, the case becomes a lightning rod for Lebanon's unresolved sectarian tensions, reopening wounds from the Lebanese Civil War and sparking riots in the streets. Key Characters Set in modern-day Beirut, the story begins when

: Yasser’s defense attorney and Wajdi’s daughter, representing a generational and ideological shift in the courtroom. Major Themes : As the trial progresses, the case becomes

: Tony’s veteran lawyer who uses grandstanding and controversial historical revelations to defend his client.

: A hot-headed Christian garage owner who remains haunted by his childhood experiences during the civil war.

: Kamel El Basha won the prestigious Volpi Cup for Best Actor for his performance as Yasser.

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