The Breadwinner
The Breadwinner

The Breadwinner

2017Movie94 minEnglish

A headstrong young girl in Afghanistan, ruled by the Taliban, disguises herself as a boy in order to provide for her family.

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IMDb7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users92%
Director: Nora TwomeyGenres: Animation, Adventure, Biography, Drama, Family, War

Plot Summary

In Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, Parvana, a determined young girl, must disguise herself as a boy to become the breadwinner for her family after her father is unjustly arrested. Navigating the dangers of her society, she embarks on a perilous quest to find her father and reunite her family, drawing strength from the stories she has always loved.

Critical Reception

The Breadwinner received widespread critical acclaim, praised for its stunning animation, powerful storytelling, and sensitive portrayal of life under the Taliban regime. Critics lauded its emotional depth and the resilience of its young protagonist, making it a significant film for both adults and younger audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its beautiful and distinct animation style.
  • Commended for its courageous and poignant narrative about a young girl's resilience.
  • Applauded for its ability to address difficult themes of oppression and war with sensitivity and hope.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved 'The Breadwinner,' highlighting its moving story, beautiful animation, and the inspiring strength of its main character. Many found it to be a powerful and educational film that effectively conveys important messages about courage and perseverance.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature; Nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film; Won Best Animated Feature at the Annie Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's animation style was inspired by traditional Afghan art and calligraphy, aiming to reflect the culture and visual aesthetics of the region.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

"Parvana" is a young girl - only eleven years old - who is forced to use all of her wits and intelligence to help her family survive once her father is arrested and imprisoned by the Taliban government in Afghanistan. Her number one problem...
r96sk

r96sk

Another super flick from Cartoon Saloon! After watching and enjoying the Irish Folklore Trilogy from the studio, I simply had to check out their one other film to date: <em>'The Breadwinner'</em>. I actually think that's kind of a boring...