Review: Like many of Kiarostami's previous works, the movie is about a child's story, presumably due to the fact that such subjects are unlikely to include social constraints than would stories about more adult men and women. Kiarostami's cinematography in the film is honest and innate, with the entire focus put on the boy, Ahmed, showing the movie from his anxious perception.
All of his films are characterized by his unique self-reflexive and long-take cinematography, with the inclusion of undisguised blend of Iranian poetry and spiritual philosophy that has earned him the admiration of intellectual critics all over the world. Adults feel it…. The real definition of poetic cinema. The extensive usage of its screenplay, matched with its impressionistic and repetitious dialogue, that mirrors the traits of the poem the title was derived from, challenges the lengths of how cinema can be expressed.
Review by Sally Jane Black 4. This film reminds me a little of Little Fugitive , in that it features a young man as its central role who goes on an adventure in a nearby place but none-the-less seems somewhat lost. It has an innocent air to it, but still resonates and shows the depths of human kindness. The basic humanity and compassion that pervades Kiarostami's work is a sharp contrast to so many other filmmakers, from Bela Tarr's bleak cynicism to Godard's scathing critiques.
It's warm and inviting and beautiful, and while I appreciate the dolor of Tarr, ultimately, it's this sense of compassion I get from Kiarostami that makes him my favorite director. One of my favorite scenes is where the young boy and the old man walk the streets of Poshteh in the darkness. The film's greatest asset is undoubtedly repetition, which manifests in the central conflict between the child and the adult world.
The adults don't pay attention to what the little boy says and only repeat their petty, self-righteous lines without listening to what the child has to say. The only adult who truly listens to him is an old blacksmith living in solitude. He is in…. Ahmed has my heart. I am a sucker for childhood-centric films and this was able to capture the charm that only a few can manage.
Kiarostami gives us human kindness, friendship, and magic through our lead, Ahmed. I am reminded of how everyday heroics, no matter how seemingly small, will always stand out in this world of chaos.
The 83 minutes fly by beautifully. My first Kiarostami film, recommended by Denise!! Letterboxd is an independent service created by a small team, and we rely mostly on the support of our members to maintain our site and apps. Where to watch Trailer.
Where Is My Friend's House? Director Abbas Kiarostami. Abbas Kiarostami. Top credits Director Abbas Kiarostami. See more at IMDbPro. Photos Top cast Edit. Babek Ahmed Poor Ahmed as Ahmed. Khodabakhsh Defaei Teacher as Teacher. Iran Outari Mother as Mother. Ait Ansari Father as Father. Biman Mouafi Ali, a neighbour as Ali, a neighbour. Aziz Babai Waiter as Waiter. Teba Slimani Husband as Husband. More like this. Storyline Edit. As a young protagonist embarks on a humble quest, a beautiful allegory of friendship and morality is revealed.
Not Rated. Did you know Edit. Trivia There are two documentaries by the director about the making of this film and aftermath of the earthquake. He does find that the two lead boys, played by the Amapour or Ahmed Poor brothers, survived the earthquake. Quotes Grandfather's Friend : What I mean to say is, suppose the kid did nothing wrong. User reviews 46 Review. Top review. A perfect introduction to Abbas Kiarostami's movies. This was my first Kiarostami's movie.
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