Rounds

About This Movie

Rounds is this fascinating piece that navigates the streets of Beirut through the lens of Rabih Mroué. The way the city is never directly shown but felt through stories and soundscapes is intriguing, almost haunting. It creates this atmosphere of absence, where the overexposed whiteness on screen makes Beirut feel both present and distant. The pacing is contemplative, allowing viewers to absorb the weight of the narratives. Themes of memory and identity swirl around, and Mroué's performance is subtle yet powerful, drawing you into his world. It’s the kind of film that lingers in your mind long after it ends, provoking thought about the ties we have to places, even when they're not visually present.

Explores themes of memory and absence.Unique storytelling approach—city off-screen.Mroué's performance is deeply engaging.