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Nadine Labaki Returns to Directing with New Global Project

12/7/2025

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Nadine Labaki, a Lebanese director, gained international acclaim for Capernaum, the most successful Arabic film, grossing over $68 million.
In 2019, Labaki called it the hardest year due to emotional challenges and criticism of the film’s portrayal of child suffering.
After a directing break, she focused on acting in successful Netflix films.
She plans to direct a new project expanding beyond Lebanese society, with shooting planned next year.

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Story summary

Nadine Labaki, a Lebanese director, gained international acclaim for Capernaum, the most successful Arabic film, grossing over $68 million.
In 2019, Labaki called it the hardest year due to emotional challenges and criticism of the film’s portrayal of child suffering.
After a directing break, she focused on acting in successful Netflix films.
She plans to direct a new project expanding beyond Lebanese society, with shooting planned next year.