Sorry, Haters (2005)

In the pulsating heart of New York City, a devout Syrian chemist turned taxi driver, Ashade Mouhana (Abdellatif Kechiche), navigates the complex labyrinth of life. His existence is a tapestry of challenges - from catering to the needs of his French-speaking sister-in-law, Eloise (Elodie Bouchez), and her toddler, to fervently seeking the release of his Canadian brother, ensnared as a '2nd tier suspect' by US intelligence. The shadow of his brother's potential torture in Syria looms ominously over him, and the weight of financial struggles forces him to rely on the charity of his friends at the Islamic Council of America. One fateful night, his cab becomes the stage for an unexpected encounter with a passenger who introduces herself as Phyllis (Robin Wright Penn), the alleged Head of Programming of Q-Dog Television. Phyllis, with her high-strung demeanor and tantalizing promises of assistance, weaves herself into Ashade's life. She offers to help him liberate his brother, only to vanish with his savings, leaving a trail of betrayal and confusion. The aftershocks of Phyllis's deception are swift and brutal. Ashade's cab is seized by secret agents, Eloise is detained for interrogation, and his life spirals into chaos. Consumed by a desire for retribution, Ashade shaves off his emblematic beard, adopting the alias 'Habib', and storms into the nerve center of Q-Dog Television to confront Phyllis. Unbeknownst to him, a shocking revelation awaits at the end of this tumultuous journey - an unveiling of Phyllis's true identity that propels him into a battle to reclaim control over his life. 'Sorry, Haters' is a gripping narrative of resilience and deception, a testament to one man's struggle amidst a whirlwind of adversity and the relentless pursuit of justice in an unforgiving world.

Sorry, Haters is a drama movie featuring Abdellatif Kechiche and directed by Jeff Stanzler.

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