sentences:  Reminiscent of a Pedro Almodóvar picture, Caramel is unique not just for its technical and creative sophistication but also for not tackling any of the religious, political, or war-related issues that have continued to plague its setting, Lebanon, til now.The film proved to be a sleeper at the festival and was distributed in well over 40 countries, becoming an international hit.The following films and people received the 2007 Official selection awards