Dreams of the City
1984 | 123 min | Drama
A poignant tale of lost innocence, young Dib navigates the tumultuous landscape of 1950s Damascus following his father's death.
Bassel Abiad
ActorBassel Abiad's career and life details are not extensively documented in mainstream media and film databases. Consequently, there is insufficient information available to provide an overview of his work, notable films, or awards.
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