Movie spotlight
Kala azar
A young couple employed by a pet crematorium finds fulfilment in respectfully removing cadavers. Their love blossoms in an environment where the boundaries between human and animal are fading. When they hit a stray dog, their relationship starts to derail.
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Plot Summary
Set against the backdrop of the Iran-Iraq War, the film follows a young Iranian boy who gets separated from his family and embarks on a difficult journey. He faces numerous challenges and encounters various individuals who shape his path through the war-torn landscape.
Critical Reception
Kala Azar received a mixed to positive reception, particularly noted for its poignant portrayal of a child's experience during wartime and its artistic direction. While some critics lauded its emotional depth and visual storytelling, others found its pacing deliberate.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive handling of a child's perspective amidst conflict.
Appreciated for its atmospheric cinematography and evocative score.
Some viewers found the narrative slow-moving.
Google audience: Information not available.
Awards & Accolades
Awarded Best Film at the 2020 Mumbai Film Festival (MAMI).
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Kala Azar,' refers to a parasitic disease, often associated with poverty and hardship, serving as a metaphor for the suffering depicted.
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