Pipes (2026)

Even after retiring from the water authority, Hassan remains the go-to helper for his neighbors. But now, the stakes are higher than ever: the entire town has run dry, and daily life is simmering with frustration. Hassan wants to ease the crisis, yet he’s also grappling with the recent, mysterious death of a friend—needing space to grieve. Lebanese filmmaker Karim Kassem masterfully weaves together genres, crafting an elegant dual portrait of an aging man and the small town he’s called home forever. The film blends nostalgia, gentle wit, and a near-meditative sorrow, all touched by a hint of investigation.