Lebanon is often stereotyped as grim, grey, and war-torn, but CARAMEL shows the country's warm, vibrant, and sensual side. In a Beirut beauty salon, safe from the sometimes-overwhelming pressures imposed on them by Lebanese society, five women share the most intimate secrets in their lives. The title comes from the heated sugar/lemon mixture used for hair removal. Check out more FilmCatcher exclusive interviews at www.FilmCatcher.com.