Sirens

Slave to Sirens, the first and only all-woman thrash metal band in the Middle East, are described as utterly magnetic. Against a backdrop of political unrest and the ongoing challenges in Beirut, the five bandmates serve as a form of expression, resistance, and independence. Director Rita Baghdadi documents the experiences of founders and guitarists Lilas Mayassi and Shery Bechara, exploring the evolving dynamics of their relationship, marked by both tenderness and bitterness. The band includes vocalist Maya Khairallah, bassist Alma Doumani, and drummer Tatyana Boughaba. As they navigate their emotional journeys through young adulthood in difficult circumstances, the women demonstrate grace, raw passion, and a strong commitment to their music. Their resilience is tested as they confront the complexities of friendship, sexuality, and the surrounding turmoil.