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Incendies

Incendies, a 2010 Canadian drama film directed by Denis Villeneuve, follows the journey of twins, Jeanne and Simon Marwan, as they unravel their mother Nawal's mysterious past after her death. Tasked with finding a brother they never knew existed and their presumed-dead father, their quest takes them to the Middle East, revealing a shocking history of war, violence, and resilience. Nawal's life as a Christian woman caught in a brutal civil war is unveiled, exposing her imprisonment, torture, and the horrific act she was forced to commit. The twins ultimately discover the devastating truth that their brother and father are the same person, a product of unspeakable atrocities during the conflict.