: 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
: Nominated for Best Foreign Language Film at the 90th Oscars, a first for Lebanon.
: Tony’s veteran lawyer who uses grandstanding and controversial historical revelations to defend his client. L’insulte (El insulto)
: Both men are driven by a refusal to "lose face," valuing their personal honor over legal or financial settlement.
: 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
: A hot-headed Christian garage owner who remains haunted by his childhood experiences during the civil war.
: A stoic, dignified Palestinian refugee whose status in Lebanon is precarious, making him a target for institutional and verbal abuse. : Both men are driven by a refusal
: Yasser attempts to fix an illegal pipe on Tony’s balcony. Tony, harboring intense prejudice against Palestinians, reacts with hostility and eventually hurls a verbal insult at Yasser.