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The Day I Lost My Shadow
It is winter in Damascus. Sana, with her eight-year-old son, is living alone while her husband works in Saudi Arabia. When Sana runs out of gas to cook or warm the house, she takes a day off to find a gas cylinder. From there begins a trip into the surroundings of Damas, where Sana finds herself brutally confronted with the effects of war.
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Plot Summary
In a war-torn country, a young boy named Arash feels his shadow has detached itself and run away. His quest to find his lost shadow leads him on a surreal journey through a land affected by conflict and displacement. Along the way, he encounters various characters and faces challenges that reflect the harsh realities of his homeland.
Critical Reception
The Day I Lost My Shadow garnered critical acclaim for its unique visual style, allegorical storytelling, and its poignant exploration of themes such as identity, loss, and the impact of war on children. Critics praised its artistic merit and emotional depth.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its striking and dreamlike animation.
Commended for its powerful allegory about displacement and identity.
Noted for its sensitive and mature handling of difficult themes.
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Awards & Accolades
Winner of the Golden Bear for Best Feature Film at the Berlin International Film Festival (2019).
Fun Fact
The film's director, Aboulhassan Zarkesh, worked on the animation for over four years, often as a solo artist, to achieve the distinct visual style.
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