Don’t Take My Joy Away

Lebanon | 2024 | 7 min | Experimental Set in Shatila, a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, two friends revel in the small joys of life until violence suddenly disrupts their world. Forced to flee, they embark on a dangerous journey of survival, confronting fear, chaos, and the stark realities around them. Along the way, they must choose between remaining in the shadows or seeking the light. A film by Omar Gabriel Omar Gabriel is a Lebanese photographer and filmmaker. His work captures the beauty and complexity of human relationships, from the subtleties of love and societal pressures to the courage of breaking free from convention. Through his lens, he highlights the voices of marginalized communities, bringing their stories to the forefront and capturing their beauty and humanity. With a focus on intimate moments, he tells stories of resistance, defiance, and escape from societal pressures.