Product description
At the 2018 Cannes Film Festival, this harrowing tale of childhood in the slums of Beirut received a fifteen-minute standing ovation. This poster captures the raw intensity of the film’s lead characters, Zain and Yonas, as they sit side-by-side against a gritty urban backdrop. The composition is layered with bold critical pull-quotes and prestigious festival laurels, creating a typographic frame around the central photographic subject. The desaturated color palette of blues and grays is punctuated by the vibrant red of Zain’s shoes, drawing the eye toward the resilience captured in his gaze.
Looking at this artwork evokes the profound emotional weight of a story told from the perspective of those the world often ignores. It carries the weight of a documentary but with the deliberate framing of a cinematic masterpiece. The presence of the award logos serves as a reminder of the global impact this Lebanese drama had on audiences and critics alike, making it a symbol of powerful, socially-conscious storytelling that lingers long after the credits roll.
Place it among drama movie posters for cohesion, or let it lead a mix that includes movie poster wall art.
What You’re Getting
Premium Quality, Every Print
MerchFuse prints are designed for collectors and home styling: crisp artwork, archival-feel paper, careful quality checks and secure packaging.
Paper Quality
200 GSM matte stock
Heavyweight fine-art-style matte paper with a smooth, low-glare finish that feels substantial and displays beautifully under frames.
Ink & Longevity
Archival print clarity
Produced with professional print processes for rich color, clean edges and long-lasting indoor display quality.
Packaging
Protected for transit
Each order is packed flat or rolled depending on size, using protective mailers or tubes so the print arrives safely.
Before You Order
Find Your Perfect Print Size
Choose from frame-ready poster sizes that work with standard off-the-shelf frames and modern gallery-wall layouts.
After It Arrives
How to Frame & Display Your Print
A clean tube-to-wall setup: let the print relax, choose a standard frame, then style it as a hero piece or part of a gallery wall.
- Unroll & relaxLay the print face-down on a clean flat surface for 20–30 minutes before framing.
- Pick a standard frameUse a matching off-the-shelf frame; no trimming or custom framing is needed for standard sizes.
- Hang away from moistureAvoid bathrooms, direct sunlight and damp areas for the longest-lasting display.
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