Life does not need your consent

Gabriel, a 28-year-old physician in a small, closely knit Middle Eastern town, feels compelled to go work in Paris to help establish himself and escape the restrictions caused by an encroaching war. Yet, because of the dangers of traveling during wartime, he must leave his lovely Laila behind. Will their tender relationship survive? This is a story of the challenges and choices that arise in life and love, and it offers many rich spiritual insights as well as a fascinating and touching look at a way of life, and the importance of love, family and community.