Roh's Beauty (2014)

In the heart of a humble Lebanese neighborhood, we find "Roh", a woman of striking beauty, anchored to a life of hardship after her husband's departure. She shares her existence with her mother-in-law in their modest dwelling nestled within the slum, their lives intertwined with the rhythm of struggle and survival. When her mother-in-law passes away, Roh finds herself navigating the harsh realities of life alone. Searching for a means to sustain herself, she lends her voice to the sultry allure of a Haram street nightclub, a decision that plunges her into a world of danger and desperation. Her beauty, like a beacon in the night, attracts the unwelcome attention of a local pimp and his menacing cronies who begin to harass her without mercy. Amidst this turmoil, Roh finds an unlikely ally in her steadfast neighbor, a beacon of hope in the surrounding chaos. As their lives intertwine, a tender love story begins to unfold, offering a glimmer of hope amid the darkness. Yet, just as Roh begins to see a way out of her predicament, another neighbor, driven by his relentless desire to possess her, steps into her path. Roh's Beauty (2014) is a compelling tale of resilience, a journey through the underbelly of society where beauty and danger walk hand in hand. It is a story of survival and love, of the human spirit's ability to rise above adversity, and the power of community in the face of insurmountable odds.

Roh's Beauty is a drama movie directed by Sameh Abdel Aziz.

Roh's Beauty is currently streaming on Netflix.