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“I studied history and geopolitics during my university years and I’ve always been fascinated with Beirut’s complexity. How can a town slightly bigger than Marseille be at the same time the capital of nightlife and entertainment in the Middle East, but also home to several conservative religious groups and such a center of geopolitical interest? How do all of these elements coexist in such a small territory? Through the eyes of young Beirutis, I wanted to know how people move, enjoy life in the city and share their cultures, express their faith within their community, but also outside of it. I worked with Gogy because I’ve always been a big fan of his work. He has an amazing eye for urban culture, and I really like his aesthetic. I wanted to work with someone who understands the rawness of humanity and could maneuver within the urban chaos of a city like Beirut. I also liked the fact that Gogy didn’t know much about the Middle East before our trip, so I could have a fresh perspective on the situation. Choosing to dive into Beirut culture through the prism of youth was a natural decision. We love the universality of youth across the planet: I believe that 16-year-olds can relate to each other way more organically than adults can.”
