Morning Bird Pictures

08/06/2026

“Valley of Exile is a beautiful story of resilience made with enough heart and sincerity that you can’t help but feel it’s a story told from the ​inside of its conflict.” -Movie-blogger.com

“A hymn to sisterhood and solidarity that transcends borders.” -Festival du film arabe de Fameck

“A beautiful-looking, heartbreaking film that will stick with you long after you’ve stepped away from it and into the light.” -Write Drunk; Edit Drunk

Filmed in a real-life refugee camp, Valley of Exile chronicles the journey of Rima and Nour, two sisters who find unexpected refuge in a makeshift settlement in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley after fleeing war-torn Damascus. As days in the camp turn to weeks, they begin to realize that their journey together into exile is not only a struggle for survival, but ultimately a test of loyalty to their country, their family and each other.

Valley of Exile is NOW AVAILABLE on all major at-home viewing platforms.

07/11/2026

Two sisters arrive in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley at the onset of the Syrian war, embarking on a journey into exile that tests their loyalty to their country, their family and each other. Director: Anna Fahr | 2024

01/28/2025

Valley of Exile is in the running for the 2025 Canadian Screen Awards! ✨✨

Round 1 voting has begun, so if you’re eligible to vote, please do so! Voting to determine the nominees will continue through Thursday, February 13, 2025.

Eligible Members received communication regarding voting prior to the opening of Round 1 on January 15, 2025; if you have not received information, please contact [email protected].

11/20/2024

Valley of Exile is now available to rent or buy on Apple TV Canada and other VOD platforms!

Two sisters arrive in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley at the onset of the Syrian war, embarking on a journey into exile that tests their loyalty to their count…

11/12/2024

Coming to VOD in Canada on November 19th! 🇨🇦

“A beautiful-looking, heartbreaking film that will stick with you long after you’ve stepped away from it and into the light.”
- Write Drunk; Edit Drunk

VALLEY OF EXILE is available on VOD November 19!

10/03/2024

Valley of Exile's festival run continues this month with official competition screenings in Oran, Paris and Florence!

✨ ORAN INTERNATIONAL ARAB FILM FESTIVAL (Oran, ALGERIA)
Monday, October 7 at 5:00 PM
**Director Anna Fahr in attendance

✨ FESTIVAL DU FILM LIBANAIS DE FRANCE (Paris, FRANCE)
Thursday, October 17th at 8:00 PM
**Director Anna Fahr & lead actress Maria Hassan in attendance

✨ MIDDLE EAST NOW (Florence, ITALY)
Sunday, October 20th at 4:15 PM
**Director Anna Fahr & lead actress Maria Hassan in attendance

If you're in any of these cities, don't miss your chance to experience the film in the cinema!

09/28/2024