Wishful Syncing
Wishful Syncing

Wishful Syncing

2022Movie83 minMandarin

As the saying goes, "A faithful heart makes wishes come true." Perhaps what it really means is that we must heed our inner voice. In order to win back his wife's heart against her childhood sweetheart, a desperate husband decides to use a digital mind-reading device "moon blocks" that is still under development.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Ramin BahraniGenres: Drama, Short Film

Plot Summary

A young Iranian refugee named Amir is trying to navigate life in a new country, struggling with the loss of his family and the challenges of adapting to a foreign culture. He finds solace and connection through music, which becomes his way of processing his past and looking towards a brighter future.

Critical Reception

Wishful Syncing garnered positive attention for its poignant storytelling and powerful performances, particularly from its young lead. Critics praised its sensitive portrayal of refugee experiences and its hopeful message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and resonant performances.
  • Commended for its empathetic depiction of a refugee's journey.
  • Noted for its effective use of music to convey narrative and emotion.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented through Google reviews for this short film.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in London, England, despite its Iranian setting, to effectively portray the immigrant experience.

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