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The PuppeteerA Screenplay by Abboudy Mallah

Abboudy Mallah - The Puppeteer
The screenplay for the Lebanese film written by Abboudy Mallah.
Dive into the intricate tapestry of human relationships, existential musings, and life's unpredictable twists in The Puppeteer. This compelling screenplay by Abboudy Mallah explores the lives of William, a successful yet enigmatic businessman battling terminal cancer, and Jack, a physiotherapist navigating the collapse of his marriage. As their paths intertwine, secrets unravel, and choices are questioned, the story delves into themes of love, betrayal, redemption, and the fragility of life.
Set against the backdrop of Beirut, Cyprus, and luxurious mansions, this poignant narrative is laced with humor, heartbreak, and philosophical reflections. The Puppeteer is a thought-provoking journey that asks: Are we truly in control, or is someone pulling the strings?
Attorney at law and business owner Abboudy Mallah has a passion for film. In parallel to his studies in law, Mallah completed multiple screenwriting programs at the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) and has since been involved in writing, producing and starring several films and screen series including the theatrical successes "Khabsa" (2018) and "Carona" (2020).
Text by Abboudy Mallah.

Graphic design: -scope Ateliers.
 
published in September 2025
bilingual edition (English / Arabic)
16 x 24 cm (hardcover)
360 pages
 
35.00
 
ISBN : 978-614-8035-79-1
EAN : 9786148035791
 
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