The much anticipated million dollar cinematography jewel of Lebanon, produced by Roland Eid and released in 2009, is now available on the web via Saint-Charbel.com.
Lebanon, December 16, 1898–An elderly priest heaves his way to the altar of a small secluded monastery on the majestic hills of Annaya to pray his last sermon before forever dedicating his soul to the miraculous healing of mankind. As he prepares to meet the Lord, Charbel’s entire life parades in his mind’s eye, flashes of memory that tell tales of dedication to Christ, devout inspiration, clairvoyance and wisdom, within a Lebanon torn by Turkish occupation and human suffering.
The magnitude of Charbel’s production required a significant number of actors and cast to which, by the final shooting day, more than 400 had taken part in the film. More than 600 potential participants were considered for various roles before reaching this figure. Nothing was spared in the making of Charbel. It is the pride of the whole Lebanese film industry.
Charbel, The Movie; is a spiritual legacy that belongs to anyone that has embraced Saint Charbel’s spirit in their day to day life. It is also an inspiration for all to embark on a journey of sharing, peace, humility and self-giving.
Lebanon, December 16, 1898–An elderly priest heaves his way to the altar of a small secluded monastery on the majestic hills of Annaya to pray his last sermon before forever dedicating his soul to the miraculous healing of mankind. As he prepares to meet the Lord, Charbel’s entire life parades in his mind’s eye, flashes of memory that tell tales of dedication to Christ, devout inspiration, clairvoyance and wisdom, within a Lebanon torn by Turkish occupation and human suffering.
The magnitude of Charbel’s production required a significant number of actors and cast to which, by the final shooting day, more than 400 had taken part in the film. More than 600 potential participants were considered for various roles before reaching this figure. Nothing was spared in the making of Charbel. It is the pride of the whole Lebanese film industry.
Charbel, The Movie; is a spiritual legacy that belongs to anyone that has embraced Saint Charbel’s spirit in their day to day life. It is also an inspiration for all to embark on a journey of sharing, peace, humility and self-giving.
